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=Section PH - Program Horseback Riding=



Please download and look at the .pdf file to look at the entire section. Be sure to read the interpretation and compliance demonstration for each standard.

Below is for notes about each standard.

PH-1 PONY RIDES PH-1A: YES, riding helmets are required for every rider every time they are on a horse. (there is a waiver) PH-1B: YES, there will never be more than 10 campers per 1 adult instructor. PH-1B: YES

PH-2 SUPERVISOR QUALIFICATIONS PH-2A: YES, all directors have years of experience as well as formal training and will be CHA certified instructors. PH-2B: YES, all directors are professional horsemen with many years of experience at horse facilities. PH-2C: YES WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION IS REQUIRED

PH-3 SUPERVISION OF RIDING STAFF YES, at least one of the program directors will be present at the camp during each riding session. WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION IS REQUIRED

PH-4 STAFF SKILL VERIFICATION YES,at this time the equine program directors are also the camp staff. WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION IS REQUIRED

PH-5 SUPERVISION RATIOS YES, There will never be more than 10 riders to every 1 adult instructor. At least 1 adult and 1 youth helper will be present with campers at all times while riding or at the barn. WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION IS REQUIRED

PH-6 RIDING EQUIPMENT YES, instrctors check campers equipment before it is assigned to the camper, it is then inspected daily before campers are allowed to mount their horses.

PH-7 CLASSIFYING HORSES YES, each horse is evaluated at least every six months. At this time the horse is assessed as to its best suitability in the program. Also, a director of the program makes and assesses all horse/rider assignments.

PH-8 HORSE SUITABILITY YES, each horse is checked on by a director or staff member at morning feedings. Horses are again assessed during grooming and tack up time and during the riding session. Any injured, unsound, or ill horses are removed from riding until the problem is corrected. Furthermore, all program horses are monitered closely by a veterinarian. At least monthly visits are made to the barn and more frequently if needed. PH-9 RIDING FACILITIES PH-9A: YES, the barn and riding facilities are located approximately one mile from campus. Campers are bussed to the facility for riding. PH-9B: YES, Stalls and pens are regularly cleaned and the majure is deposited in the designated area. Manure is regularly hauled off o the facility site. All stalls have automati waterers. Turn out pens have large water tbs that are checked and filled at morning and evening feedings.

PH-10 HORSE MEDICATIONS YES, only staff will adminiser and have access to medications. All medications ae either located off site or in aras off limits to non-staff members. Only staff members will use fl sprays and wipes, but may do so with campers present.

PH-11 SAFETY REGULATIONS AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES YES, WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION IS REQUIRED

PH-12 SAFETY ORIENTATION PROCEDURES YES, the first riding instruction session will specifically cover safet procedures. Ths instruction will include, but is not limited to, discussing all safety, barn, ad riding rules, an initial equipment requirement orientation and check, and an on horse safety instruction and assessment segment.

**__Wasatch Academy Horse Camp Safety Rules __** ü Caution must be taken at all times, even around the quietest horse. Accidents can happen when you least expect them. ü When approaching a horse, never run, ALWAYS Walk. Always approach toward the Shoulder Area at the front of the horse. ü Do not run around horses. Horses can react very quickly when it sees movement without seeing the cause of it. ü Speak to your horse so it knows where you are at all times when approaching or moving around him. Horses have two blind spots and they cannot see you; these blind spots are located under their head and behind their tail. Talk so they know where you are. ü Lead a horse from the left side with 6-10 inches of lead rope between your hand and the halter while walking between the head and shoulders. This will give you best control of your horse’s head. ü Never wrap reins or a lead shank around your hands, arms or body. Fold any excess rope or reins in your left hand. ü When turning a horse, always turn it to the right (in a clockwise direction), turn away from you. This helps to prevent the horse from stepping on you. Push the horses head away from you using the lead shank as you walk towards the horses shoulder. In circumstances when you have to turn your horse to the left (counter-clockwise), put the lead in your left hand with your right hand on the horse’s ribs. Gently apply pressure to the ribs as you pull them towards you. ü Never go under the Neck of a horse, especially when tied. When doing this you are passing through one of their blind spots and the horse may spook and step on you. Always pass behind the hindquarters, talking to your horse and keeping contact on the horse as you walk around. Make sure to stay close behind the horse, so in the unlikely event the horse kicks, you are less likely to be hurt. Or walk far enough behind the horse, at least 10 feet so that if he did kick while you are there he can’t make contact with you. ü Never sit or kneel when grooming under a horse or working on their legs or feet. Always keep your feet on the ground so you can react quickly if you need to. ü Always wear protective footwear when working around horses. Do not wear running shoes, flip-flops or bare feet. Do not wear anything that dangles and can get caught or tied up. Always wear footwear with a slick sole and a heel when riding. ü Never mount your horse inside a barn or close to the overhanging edge of a roof. ü Never ride a horse into or out of the stable or barn. ü Always use a lead shank when tying your horse. Never tie your horse using your reins. Make sure you tie your horse to a secure object that will not break or move if the horse pulls back. Never tie your horse to a rail of a wooden fence because it may break or the nails pull out if your horse pulls back. ü Always tie your horse at least 3 feet above the ground so that they cannot step over the rope and get caught up. ü Always tie your horse using a quick release knot so you can quickly untie your horse if you need to. ü <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">If your horse bolts, turn in a circle, decreasing in size until your horse stops. ü <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Keep all your equipment in good shape, maintain clean aisles around your stall and tacking area. If you used it put it back. If your horse left it you clean it up.

ü <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Check all equipment before using.

ü <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Before mounting, you must have one of the camp instructors inspect your equipment.

ü <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">All riders must wear an ASTM F-1163-01/SEI certified riding helmet, properly fitted and secured while mounted.

ü <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Riders should be dressed appropriately for safe riding. Long pants and heeled riding boots are necessary for safety. Riders may not mount if they do not have safe footwear. A heeled boot may prevent the foot from slipping through the stirrup, which could be tragic if the rider should fall and be dragged.

ü <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Running in the barn yard, screaming, and throwing objects is not permitted around the horses. If a horse should become suddenly frightened it could easily injure itself, the rider, or anyone else in the area.

ü <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Riding over fences is permitted only under the direct supervision and direction of an instructor.

ü <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Please pick up any manure piles left by your horses in the roadways, barnyards, or other general use areas. ü <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Only manure and bedding is to be placed in the manure pile (no trash or baling twine). We use the composted manure and shaving on our fields as fertilizer, and trash can damage the farm equipment.

ü <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">If you are the last to leave the barn at any time of the day, it is your responsibility to close the gates, turn all the lights off, lock the tack rooms, close the feed room door, and put the chains up.

ü <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Please keep the inside and outside of your stalls neat and tidy. Remember this is where your horse lives for the majority of the day. It will help keep him and you safe and healthy.

ü <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">No cell phones, Ipods, MP3s, or other electronic devices to be used when working around the horses. You can leave these on the bus, in your room on campus, or in your tack locker. You need to be paying attention when around the horses and these items are a distraction.

ü <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">For your safety, ear piercing is the only piercing allowed at camp. Any body, tongue, eyebrow, bellybutton, lip, or other piercing will be removed for the duration of the camper’s stay at camp.

ü <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Not allowed are “belly” shirts, “spaghetti” straps, or tank tops. You must have at least a T-shirt length sleeve. When going on the trail or in the sun it is recommended that you wear a long sleeved shirt and a hat for further sun protection.

ü <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">No long or dangling jewelry. Any jewelry or accessories deemed to be unsafe or distracting should be removed upon the request of the staff.

ü <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Keep track of your equipment. If you get it out, put it away. If it is not in proper working order please inform an instructor. If it is not assigned to you, don’t use it.

ü <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Never leave your halter tied up. Always remove it from where horse was tied and hang it in the appropriate place.

ü <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Always close the stall door behind you when entering or leaving a stall.

ü <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Always follow instructions from camp staff.

**__<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Wasatch Academy Barn Rules __**
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">No one in the barn or horse area without supervision and/ or permission.


 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Dress appropriately when in the barn. Long pants and boots a must.


 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">If you use it, put it back.


 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">If you or your horse make a mess, clean it up.


 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">If you open it, close it.


 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">No Cell Phones, Ipods, or other electronics to be used around the horses.


 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">If it isn’t yours, leave it alone.


 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Always close gates and doors behind you. NEVER leave one open.


 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Always hang halters up appropriately, never leave one tied hanging from a stall, rail, or fence when not in use.


 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Always put equipment back in its proper place.


 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">No foul language, roughhousing, or running around the horses.


 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">When in doubt, ASK!


 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">ALWAYS listen to instructions!!!!

**__<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Emergency Procedures __** v <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">If you see an emergency or an accident, report it to staff immediately.

v <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">If someone falls off or if a horse is not responding to a rider, all other riders are to stop immediately.

v <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">If there is an emergency listen carefully to instructions and follow them.

v <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">If you are injured, immediately report it to a staff member.

v <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">All accidents or injuries must be reported to staff, then to the campus nurses.

v <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">If emergency care is needed camper will be taken to the local hospital/ doctor’s office or 911 will be called by a staff member.

v <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">If there is an emergency situation and medical care is needed while campers are in the arena, all non-injured campers should dismount and hold their horses while the injured camper(s) is cared for.

v When someone is injured, do NOT let them get up right away, and DO NOT panic! 1. Secure the area. The other riders should be under control, possibly needing to dismount. 2. The most medically skilled person should stay with the injured. The assistant should be in charge of group control. 3. Check the victim: a. Breathing — yes or no? b. Bleeding — yes or no? c. Head injury — feel for bumps, look for fluids, look at eyes (equal sized pupils, reactive to light?) d. Pain — neck, shoulders, back e. Pulse, sensation, and movement in hands and feet. 4. Send for help: Go quickly but safely. Take back and give clear, calm information and directions. Return to the scene to assist. Call for help. Again, be calm and clear and specific. An incident report should be filled out within 24 hours. v <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">All other Wasatch Academy Emergency Procedures to be followed.

Weather Condition Emergencies l // Heavy Rain: // Dismount and seek protection. l // Thunder and Lightning (with or without rain): // Dismount. Tie horses and move away from them. Seek shelter, avoid tall trees, hilltops, and lowlands. l // High Winds: // Dismount and seek shelter. Watch for dead trees and falling limbs. ALWAYS follow instructions from staff WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION IS REQUIRED

PH-13 FIRST AIDER YES, all employees will be certified in first aid. WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION IS REQUIRED

PH-14 RIDER CLASSIFICATION YES, an initial written survey is given to and completed by each camper. Directors will then individually talk with campers to inquire about their riding abilities and experience. Directors will thn select the horse they feel is bet suited to the rider. The iitial ridin sessions are conducted in a controlled environment such as an arena or round pen to observe the fit of the horse and rider and to assess the rider's abilities. Adjustments are made as needed.

PH-15 RIDER APPAREL PH-15A: YES, all riders are required to wear a riding helmet any time they are on a horse. No exceptions. PH-15B: YES, all campers must wear boots when riding, specifically boots must be closed toe, slick soled, and have a heel. PH-15C: YES, Riders must wear long jeans or riding pants while riding, no shorts, sweats, or cut offs allowed.

PH-17 CAMPER SUPERVISION OFF-SITE OR WITH PUBLIC PROVIDERS YES, campers will be busse to each riding session. At least one program director will be present at all times. WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION IS REQUIRED