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Horseback Riding Risk Assessment Template
Create a professional, comprehensive risk assessment for horseback riding in youth group settings. Tailor hazards and measures to your needs and download a professional PDF. Add your own branding.
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What this covers.
This template focuses on typical risks and controls for horseback riding in youth group settings. You can add, remove or adapt items to match your context.
Potential benefits
Encourages patience and perseverance in training and riding.
Provides therapeutic benefits through the bond between rider and horse.
Promotes physical fitness and coordination through riding activities.
Fosters empathy and compassion through interaction with animals.
Enhances responsibility and care through horse grooming and maintenance.
Typical hazards & measures
Inadequate hydration for riders
— Encourage participants to bring water bottles or provide hydration breaks during longer rides. Instructors should monitor participants for signs of dehydration, especially in hot weather, and ensure water is available at rest points.
Riding on roads
— Only experienced riders and horses should ride on roads. Riders must wear high-visibility gear, and ride in single file along the side of the road. Use a leading instructor to signal and guide riders, while another follows at the back to monitor the group.
Unsupervised horses
— Never leave horses unattended when tacked or bridled. Ensure all horses are securely tied with quick-release knots when not in use, or under supervision by experienced staff. Riders should also be informed of safe handling and tying techniques.
Unplanned dismounts in emergencies
— Train riders in emergency dismount procedures to prevent injury during unexpected falls or horse spooking. Practice dismounting safely under supervision in controlled environments before going on more advanced rides.
Insufficient first-aid training among staff
— Ensure all instructors are trained in equine and human first aid, with certifications updated regularly. Keep a fully stocked first-aid kit available and ensure quick access to emergency contact numbers.
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