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2014 HM Handbook & Rules for Rallies

What’s New!

Then and Now Highlights

“Don't fear change, embrace it.”

by Anthony J. D’Angelo

Sometimes, change is good.

Organization of f 2014 HM Handbook

Part 1 – Required by Competitors for competition; includes: Rules for Rallies Helmet Requirements & Fitting – Appendix G HM Required Equipment Checklist Amplification – Appendix H Veterinarian Letter – Appendix F Stall Card Sample – Appendix I Feed Chart Sample – Appendix I HM Score Sheets – Appendix D HM Evaluations – Appendix E

Part 2 – Not required by Competitors for competition; includes: Judges’ Guide to HM at USPC Rallies Uniform Officiation Rules – Appendix A Uniform Chaperone Duties – Appendix B HM Judges Confirmation and Briefing Guides – Appendix C Part 3 – Not required by Competitors for competition; includes: Organizing the HM Program for USPC Rallies

Front cover design updated to match discipline rulebooks.

New: Part 1 titled: USPC Horse Management Rules for USPC Rallies Old: Part 1 titled: USPC Horse Management Rules at USPC Rallies HM2 – 2a – Governing Documents New: added Current USPC Manuals of Horsemanship Old: deleted All references to: USPC Guide to Bandaging Your Horse and, USPC Guide to Longeing and Ground Training (replaced with “current USPC Manuals of Horsemanship”)

HM5 – 5a – Competitor Eligibility

New:

These skills must be developed before arriving at the Rally. Regardless of the USPC Member’s level or certification, the Member must be capable of fulfilling the following basic requirements to be eligible to Rally:

• The stall/tie area must be kept safe and clean
• The mount must have water or be offered water at least every hour, and
• All equipment must be in safe condition and the Competitor must know how to

use it.

Old:

• These skills should be developed before

arriving at the Rally.

HM6 – 6e – Neutral Zone

New:

The Neutral Zone is a designated area open to Competitors, Chaperones and parents where the delivery/pick-up of lunches, money, ice, medications, etc. can be coordinated. It is also a convenient place for teams to meet Chaperones or Coaches.

• The Neutral Zone location will be communicated at the opening briefing.
• It is encouraged for competitors, parents, Chaperones and Coaches to coordinate specific

meeting times prior to the start of the competition day, if possible.

• Competitors are encouraged to speak to parents, Chaperones and Coaches in the Neutral Zone
• r while as a spectator.

Unauthorized Assistance is still not permitted anywhere on the competition grounds. For more information regarding Assistance & Unauthorized Assistance, refer to HM 6d & 6f respectively.

Old:

The Neutral Zone is a designated area open to Competitors, Chaperones and parents, where arrangements may be made for delivery/pick up of lunches, medications, etc., and for teams to meet Chaperones.

HM6 – 6o 6o

New: New section added

• 6o. Leaving the Barn Area During the Competition Day

It is expected that competitors will leave the barn area from time to time. It is acceptable for competitors to leave the barn area if all barn/horse care responsibilities are finished and team members have communicated to each other where they will be and when they will return. The CHMJ will announce any specific expectations regarding leaving the barn area, during the Initial Briefing. Some examples of possible expectations are:

• Requiring that the team communicate to the discipline’s HM
• ffice that the team is leaving
• Signing out/signing in from the barn area
• Specific daily barn open and barn closing procedures

HM7 – 7a.1 – Helmet Check New:

Helmets at USPC Activities

Acceptable Unacceptable Helmet must meet all requirements below:

• Fit properly
• Certification by one of the following

international or national safety bodies:

• American Society for Testing
• Materials (ASTM),

▪

European Normes (BS-EN),

▪

British (PAS),

▪

Australian/New Zealand (AS/NZ) Helmet has any of the following deficiencies:

• Does not fit properly
• Does not have certification by an

approved international or national safety body

• Poor condition (e.g., cracks, frayed

harness)

Helmets at USPC Activities

Acceptable Unacceptable

Helmet must meet all requirements below: Fit Properly ASTM/SEI approval* *Indicates the helmet meets ASTM standards, verified by the Safety Equipment Institute (SEI), which maintains an updated list of helmets meeting ASTM F1163. Helmet has any of the following deficiencies: Does not fit properly Does not have an ASTM/SEI seal Poor condition (e.g., cracks, frayed harness)

HM7 – 7a.1 – Helmet Check Old:

HM7 – 7a.2 – When a Helmet is Not Acceptable

New:

Any questions a Member, Parent and/or Chaperone has about helmet fit or condition will be referred to the TD.

Old:

Any questions a Member, Parent and/or Chaperone has about helmet fit or condition will be referred to the TD or the Organizer.

General Requirements for Attire at all times at USPC Activities

Item Requirements Identification Members must wear their pinnie and/or other designated form of ID as applicable. Medical Armband Members must wear an Armband on either upper arm with a copy of their current, complete and signed Medical Card at all times while on competition grounds.

• To protect the Members’ privacy, it is recommended that the Medical Card

be folded so the personal information is not easily seen.

• At the discretion of the Organizer, Quiz Competitors may carry their

Medical Card either in their Name Tag holders or in an Armband. – this line has been deleted from 2014 HMH

• Tetrathlon Competitors will not be required to wear their armbands while

shooting or swimming, but must have them visible and next to them for these activities and must wear them at all other times. Tip: Safety pins may be used to secure an armband to a sleeve to keep the Armband from slipping down.

HM7 – 7b – Je Jewelry ry

New: added line

• Any Member choosing not to remove the jewelry will be disqualified

from the entire competition by the TD/Ground Jury.

• Medical alert jewelry is permitted.

Old:

• Any Member choosing not to remove the jewelry will be disqualified

from the entire competition by the TD/Ground Jury.

HM7 – 7c – Unmounted Attire New:

HM7 – 7c – Unmounted Attire Old:

HM7 – 7e – Attire for Horse In Inspections (J (Jog Out)

New: added line

Competitor attire for Horse Inspections (Jog Outs) must be safe, appropriate, neat and clean. Horse Inspections (Jog Outs) are often the first time the judge(s) see Competitors and their mounts. Therefore, out of respect for the Inspection Panel and to make a good first impression, Competitors must dress in a safe and appropriate manner, to include:

• Proper unmounted (HM7c) or mounted (HM7f) footwear
• Neat slacks/skirt/walking shorts/riding pants and Polo or other

neat, workmanlike attire, (e.g., khakis and a Polo shirt), and

• Approved helmet (HM7a and Appendix G)

Gloves are recommended, but not required.

Blue jeans and blue jean shorts are not permitted.

HM7 – 7g – Exercising & Schooling Attire

New:

Proper exercising & Schooling attire includes:

• Approved helmet (HM7a)
• Jodhpurs, breeches, riding tights or

discipline appropriate long pants

• Collared shirt that covers the shoulder, e.g., Polo

shirt, and

• Approved mounted footwear (HM7f).

Old:

Proper exercising & Schooling attire includes:

• Approved helmet (HM7a)
• Long pants
• Collared shirt that covers the shoulder, e.g., Polo shirt, and
• Approved mounted footwear (HM7f).

HM7 – 7i – Attire for Turnout In Inspection.

New:

Changed header wording

HM7 – 7i – Attire for Turnout In Inspection, , cont.

New: New wording in Neckware, Pants, Boots, Belts, Spurs

HM7 – 7j j – Mandatory ry Removal of f Ja Jackets

New:

Turnout Inspection:

• (no wording change)
• (no wording change)
• All riders must wear a collared shirt with long or short sleeves if they are not

wearing a jacket.

• Sleeveless riding shirts/ratcatchers and T-Shirts are not permitted.

Old:

Turnout Inspection:

• (no wording change)
• (no wording change)

Note: All riders must wear a collared shirt with long or short sleeves if they are not wearing a jacket. T-Shirts are not permitted.

HM8 – 8a – Overview – Saddlery & Bitting

New: Added Safety

Old and/or worn equipment is acceptable as long as it is in safe condition and reflects proper care. Tack is judged according to the requirements for the different certification levels in the following areas: SAFETY, CLEANLINESS and SUPPLENESS

HM8 – 8e – Tack Exceptions

New

HM8 – 8e – Tack Exceptions

Old

HM10 – 10b – Handling, g, Leading, g, & Tying Mounts

New: Added Manual reference. No other changes in this section.

• Mounts must be handled and led safely at all times. (refer to current

USPC Manual of Horsemanship)

HM10 – 10c – Bandaging

New: Deleted the following bullet. No other changes in section.

• Bandages may not be left on for more than 12 hours at a time.

HM10 – 10d – Braiding

New: Revised 3rd bullet

• All braiding must be removed for Turnbacks at multi-day rallies

and after the last ride of a one day rally.

Old:

• All braiding must be removed immediately after the last ride of the day and

before Turnback.

HM10 – 10e – Washing

New: Revised 1st bullet

• Approved by the CHMJ during official briefing, in consultation

with the Organizer, and…

Old:

• Approved by the CHMJ, in consultation with the Organizer, and...

HM12 – 12a – Tack Room Set Up

New:

Tack rooms are to be:

• Workmanlike
• Well organized, neat and uncluttered
• Labeled at the entrance with the team or individual name and
• Trash must be emptied prior to leaving for the night.

Competitors must regard the tack room as a work area. The barn aisles must always be kept clear of any unnecessary equipment.

Old:

Tack rooms are to be:

• Workmanlike
• Well organized, neat and uncluttered (trash should be emptied at night), and
• Labeled at the entrance with the team or individual name.

Competitors must regard the tack room as a work area. The barn aisles must always be kept clear of any unnecessary equipment.

HM12 – 12d – Labeling Equipment

New: Revised 1st bullet

Individual equipment items must be labeled with the Competitor’s name or number.

Old:

Personal items may be labeled with the Competitor’s name or number.

HM13 – 13a – Feed Chart

New: Revised 2nd bullet

• Rider’s name and number

Old:

• Member’s name or number

Hm13 – 13D – Hay/Roughage, , Concentrates/Grain & Supplements

New: Added line in #2 spot.

Feed room door must be closed and latched at all times unless member is inside feed room.

New:

Added measuring example; clarified packaging wording

HM14 – 14e – Storing Equine Drugs & Medications

New: Added line

Equine drugs and/or medications that are stored at the activity barn or stable must be labeled with the contents and the name of both the horse and Member. A Competitor number is also required on the medication at Rally. Store drugs and medications in a clean place, at temperature recommended by the manufacturer.

HM15 – 15b – Safety Check & Turnout In Inspection

New: Added bullet in 2nd position

• Safe,
• Workmanlike clean,
• Properly fitted to the mount to avoid any discomfort or pain, and
• Complies with discipline rules

G1 – 1c – Helmets Must Be Approved

New:

A properly fitted equestrian helmet, securely fastened, containing certification that it meets or exceeds the criteria established by a national or international safety body, is required to participate in any USPC activity (see USPC Policy 0125A).

Old:

The helmet must:

• Meet current ASTM standards (American Society for Testing & Materials), and
• Have an SEI seal certifying those standards (Safety Equipment Institute).

USPC HM Required Equipment Checklist Amplification

Labeling New: Revised following sentences within this section

All individual equipment must be labeled with the Competitor’s name or number. All team equipment must be labeled with the team name or numbers or the name or number of any team member. When identifying saddles and bridles, Competitors must place a label with the Competitor’s name or number on the rack next to their saddle/bridle.

Labeling

Old:

All individual equipment may be labeled with the Competitor’s name, initials, number or phone number. All team equipment may be labeled with the team name or number or the name or number of any team member. When labeling saddles and bridles, Competitors should place a label with the Competitor’s name or number on the rack next to their saddle/bridle.

Grooming Kit Requirements New: Revised wording

One kit per mount Labeling: The kit container must be labeled with Competitor name or number. Each individual item does not need to be labeled, but labeling assists in the return of borrowed or misplaced items.

Old:

One kit per mount Labeling: Individual equipment should have the Competitor’s name or number.

Individual Equipment

Boot Trees (legs and toes) – A form used to keep boots in shape when not being worn

New: Revised wording

Acceptable: Wood, plastic, foam, or other material that is stiff enough to help boots stand up and maintain shape. Unacceptable: Crumpled paper or other flexible material.

Old:

Should be: Stiff enough to help boots stand up and maintain shape. Shouldn’t be: Crumpled paper or material.

Stall Card New: Revised wording

Required: Easy to read, correct and complete. Unacceptable: Missing required information.

Old:

Should be: Easy to read, correct and complete. Shouldn’t be: Hard to read, inaccurate, missing required information.

Water Buckets

New: Revised wording

Required: Heavy-duty, five gallons each. Heavy-duty muck buckets, with handles taped or removed can also be used for this purpose. If adding electrolytes to one of the buckets, that bucket must be clearly marked “Water and Electrolytes”. Unacceptable: “Pickle” buckets or buckets less than five gallons.

Old:

Should be: Heavy-duty, five gallons each. If adding electrolytes to one of the buckets, that bucket must be clearly marked “Water and Electrolytes”. May also be: Heavy-duty muck buckets, with handles taped or removed can also be used for this purpose. Shouldn’t be: “Pickle” buckets or buckets less than five gallons.

Feeding Equipment

Appropriate Feed Storage (Secured)

New: Changed wording, 2nd paragraph

HM13d states feed must be stored in a sturdy, non-airtight container with tight seal/safety latch. that if feed must be stored where a loose horse can get to it (such as a feed stall or tack room), the feed must be in a second, sturdy, non-airtight container. The lid must be secured with rope, chain or snaps to prevent horses and other animals from getting to it. Examples of a second, sturdy, non-airtight container: Metal container with lid: small galvanized trash cans with handles make good grain storage containers. Secure the lid with a rope or chain pulled tightly across the top of the container. Sturdy plastic container with lid: Plastic may have holes poked in the sides to encourage air circulation. Secure with rope or chain pulled tightly across the top of the container.

Equine First Aid Kit

Petroleum jelly

New: Word change

Required: Container at least half full.

Old:

Should be: At least half a jar.

Digital Thermometer New: Combined two digital thermometer paragraphs into one

Digital Thermometer (or Veterinary Thermometer with thong and clip) Used for taking a horses temperature. Turn on the digital thermometer. Make sure the battery is not low. Digital thermometers are intended to be held in place during

• use. They take termperature readings quickly and usually beep when they are
• finished. Do not let go of it while you are taking your mount’s temperature. Clean the

thermometer with soap and water or rubbing alcohol after use.

Glass Thermometers

Glass thermometers are no longer allowed due to the health hazard created by broken mercury thermometers.

Liniment or Body Wash New:

Unacceptable: Expired. Bottle less than half full.

Old:

Should be: The bottle should be at least half full.

Isopropyl Alcohol New: Added wording under Shelf Life ALERT!

Unacceptable: Expired. Bottle less than half full. Tip: Put it in a zip-close bag so it doesn’t leak.

Antibacterial or Antimicrobial or Antiseptic Scrub New:

Acceptable: Antibacterial liquid soap Required: At least eight ounces. Unacceptable: A “solution”, unless liquid soap is also present.

Old:

Should be: At least eight ounces Shouldn’t be: A “solution”

Topical Antibacterial or Antimicrobial

• r Antibiotic Agent

New:

Required: At least two (2) ounces (which is roughly the amount of a half-stick of butter) Unacceptable: Anything without an expiration

• date. No expiration date = no active ingredient.

Old:

Should be: At least two (2) ounces (which is roughly the amount of a half-stick of butter) Shouldn’t be: Anything without an expiration date. No expiration date = no active ingredient.

4” Sterile Wound Dressings New:

Required: At least four dressings in sealed packages that say “sterile”. Unacceptable: Less than four dressings in sealed packages that say “sterile”.

Old:

Should be: At least four dressings in sealed packages that say “sterile”.

2 Flexible Stretch Adhesive/Cohesive Bandages New:

Required: Useable. Check to make sure they are still

• useful. They can break down over time and become

difficult to unroll, especially if they are left in hot environments (like cars or trailer). Unacceptable: Non-self adhesive human stretch bandages (e.g. Ace wraps), because they stretch too much and can cut off circulation.

Old:

Should be: Checked every year to make sure they are still

• useful. They can break down over time and become a

solid mass of rubbery stuff that you can’t unroll, especially if they are left in hot environments (like cars or trailers). Shouldn’t be: A human stretch bandage, because they stretch too much and can cut off circulation.

1 lb Roll of 12” Absorbent Practical Cotton New:

Required: (no wording change) Unacceptable: (no wording change)

Old:

Should be: Shouldn’t be:

Bandage Scissors New:

Required: (no wording change) Unacceptable: (no wording change)

Old:

Should be: Shouldn’t be:

1 Roll Adhesive Tape (1” Minimum Width) New:

Required: (no wording change) Unacceptable: (no wording change)

Old:

Should Be: Shouldn’t Be:

4 Leg Bandages with Appropriate Padding for Four (4) Stable Wraps New:

Required: (no wording change)

Old:

Acceptable:

Padding New:

Required: Must be sized/sizes to fit every mount on the team. Sufficiently thick enough for stable wraps. Refer to current USPC Manuals of Horsemanship. Unacceptable: Thin quilted pads that do not achieve the correct thickness of a stable wrap.

Padding Old:

Should be sized to fit every mount on the team. Acceptable: No-bow wraps and pillow wraps are acceptable as long as they are the correct height and sufficiently thick for stable wraps. Non-absorbent sheet cotton is acceptable, but may take more time to fold to fit a mount. At least two bags (of 12 sheets each) are required to reach the minimum number of six sheets recommended for a stable wrap in the USPC Guide to Bandaging Your Horse. Unacceptable: Very thin quilted pads, usually the thickness of a mattress pad with a binding sewn along the edges. You would need several of these to achieve the correct thickness of a stable wrap.

Frequently Asked Questions New:

Section removed.

Human First Aid Kit New:

‘Additional items’ and ‘items that should not be included’ paragraphs moved to the end of Human First Aid Kit section.

Requirements New:

Labeling: The kit container must be labeled with team name or numbers. Each individual item does not need to be labeled, but labeling assists in the return of borrowed or misplaced items.

Old:

Labeling: Everything should be correctly labeled. Loose items like synthetic gloves should be in a bag or container and correctly labeled.

Band-Aids New:

Required: At least a dozen Band-Aids. Label the box/bag. Tip: Stock the Human First Aid Kit with a large selection of bandage sizes and shapes. Bandages made especially for blisters are always

• useful. Store them in a zip-close plastic bag labeled correctly.

Triple Antibiotic Cream New:

Required: Must contain the word ‘antibiotic’ on the label. Must have a current expiration date.

Old:

Must: Contain the words ‘antibiotic’ on the label. Have a current expiration date.

3 Pair Synthetic Protective Gloves New:

Required: At least three pairs. Unacceptable: Less than three pairs. Dishwashing gloves, since these are too clumsy to be useful.

Old:

Shouldn’t be: Taped together. Should not be dishwashing gloves, since these are too clumpy to be useful.

Sunscreen New:

Acceptable: (no wording change)

Old:

Should be:

Bug Spray (for Humans) New:

Acceptable: (no wording change)

Old:

Should be:

Tack Room Equipment Flashlight New:

Labeled with team name or numbers or the name or number of any team member. Required: (no wording change) Unacceptable: (no wording change)

Old:

Should be: Shouldn’t be:

Fire Extinguisher (Charged) New:

Labeled with team name or numbers or the name or number of any team member. Required: Portable. Charged. Hung by door of tack room. Acceptable: Fire extinguisher spray instead of traditional fire extinguisher. Unacceptable: Not hung by door. Empty.

Old:

Should be: Portable and hung by door of tack room.

Trash Container New:

Suggested: Be at least 3 gallon size. Have a lid to keep flies and other insects to a minimum Trash must be emptied at night Labeled with team name or numbers or the name or number of any team member.

Old:

Should:

Utility Kit Hammer New:

Required: (no wording change) Unacceptable: (no wording change)

Old:

Should be: Shouldn’t be:

Nails New:

Required: (no wording change) Unacceptable: (no wording change)

Old:

Should be: Shouldn’t be:

Screwdriver New:

Can be either a Phillips head (+ sign tip) or flathead (- sign tip). Tip: Medium to heavy duty recommended.

Old:

Can be either a Phillips head (+ sign tip) or flathead (- sign tip). Should be: Medium to heavy duty recommended Shouldn’t be: Rusted, bent Tip: Include both a Phillips head and a flathead screwdriver

Pliers New:

Unacceptable: Do not open/function. Tip: Medium to heavy duty recommended.

Old:

Should be: Medium to heavy duty Shouldn’t be: Damaged

Scissors New:

Sharp scissors can be used for cutting gauze for first aid, bailing twine, ribbons, etc.

Old:

Can be used for cutting gauze for first aid, bailing twine, ribbons, etc. Should be: Sharp Shouldn’t be: Dull or broken

Jackknife New:

Required: Functional Unacceptable: (no wording change)

Old:

Should be: Sharp. Test on piece of bailing twine. Shouldn’t be:

Leather Punch New:

A leather punch comes in handy for last minute tack adjustments. Required: Functional. Unacceptable: Incapable of creating holes, misaligned, broken.

Old:

A leather punch comes in very handy for last minute tack adjustments. Should be: Easy to operate Shouldn’t be: Rusted or broken

Thumbtacks New:

Useful for putting notices up on the notice board and for Judges to leave notes. Tip: Larger thumbtacks with colored tops are easier to find if spilled. Thumbtacks can be stored in a small snap-lid plastic container.

Old:

Useful for putting notices up on the notice board and for Judges to leave notes. Should be: At least one dozen (12) per team Shouldn’t be: Dull, rusted or broken Tip: Larger thumbtacks with colored tops are easier to find if spilled. Thumbtacks can be stored in a small snap-lid plastic container. Label the container correctly.

Duct Tape New:

Required: At least half a roll. Unacceptable: Masking tape. Cellophane

• tape. Tacky/gummy/does not unroll.

Old:

Duct tape has 1,001 uses. Should be: At least half a roll. Shouldn’t be: Masking tape or cellophane tape or too old to be usefull! (Old duct tape can get so gummy that it will not unroll!)

Two Pony Club Pins

New: deleted the following Should be: Clean with working latches or backing Shouldn’t be: Regional or commemorative pins Can be stored with the thumbtacks.

Tack Cleaning Kit Requirements New: added Labeling

Labeling: The kit container must be labeled with team name or numbers. Each individual item does not need to be labeled, but labeling assists in the return

• f borrowed or misplaced items.

Ordinary Bar Soap New:

Required: (no wording change) Unacceptable: (no wording change) Tips: Keep the soap cake in a soap container with for storage.

Old:

Should be: Shouldn’t be:

Tack Oil or Conditioner New:

Required: (no wording change) Tip deleted

Old:

Should be:

Saddle Soap or Leather Cleaner New:

Required: Glycerin bar, saddle soaps, & other saddle cleaners. Tip: Glycerin-based soaps are recommended for the protection step of tack cleaning.

Old:

Should be: Glycerin bar okay, other saddle soaps are fine but should be glycerin-based. If in jar or bottle make sure Conpeititors can open.

Metal Polish New: deleted line

Should be: At least half a bottle or can

Tack Sponge New:

Required: Clean, smaller sponges that can easily fit in your hand – it is difficult to use large bath sponges to clean tack. Tip: Stock your tack cleaning kit with several small sponges and store wet sponges in the team drying basket after use.

Old:

Should be: Smaller sponges that can easily fit in your hand – large bath sponges are clumsy. Shouldn’t be: Very dirty. Should not be stored wet in your kit – use the sponge drying basket. Tip: Stock your tack cleaning kit with several small sponges.

Cleaning Cloths New:

deleted two lines Should be: Reasonably clean Shouldn’t be: Very dirty

Pail New: deleted line

Should be: Big enough to get sponges wet, at least one quart

Cleaning Hook New:

Used to hang tack on while clean it. May be stored when not in use.

Old:

Used to hang tack on while cleaning it. Should be: Hung up while cleaning. Does not need to be out while not in use. Should Not: Use a nail on a board. This is dangerous and doesn’t work very well. Tip: Cleaning hooks should be stored when not in use.

Drying Basket New:

Required: Hanging or free standing. May be stored while not in use. Tip: Mesh laundry bags work well and can be hung by their string. Tri-level hanging baskets used in the kitchen also work well.

Old:

Should be: Hanging or free standing. Does not need to be out while not in use. Tip: Mesh laundry bags work well and can be hung by their string.

Boot Polishing Kit (if applicable) New:

Required: If any member of the team is wearing mounted footwear (tall or short boots) made of leather. Must include boot brush, boot polish/creams and cloths used

• nly with the boot polish and creams

Tip: Keep a Boot Polishing Kit in its own small labeled bag or container.

Old:

If any member of the team is wearing mounted footwear (tall or short boots) made of leather. Should: Include boot brush, boot polish and creams (at least half full) and cloths used only with the boot polish and creams. Tip: Keep a Boot Polishing Kit in its own small bag or container, marked with team name or initials. Note: You many want to keep a small Boot Polishing Kit with your Tack Cleaning Kit all the

• time. You may end up on a Scramble Team with a Competitor that has leather boots!

Cleaning Equipment Manure Fork or Shovel New:

Manure Fork or Shovel Rake or Broom Manure Basket or Wheelbarrow All items must be labeled with team name or numbers or the name or number of any team member.

Old:

Forks and shovels are used for mucking stalls and picking up manure outside of the

• stall. Make sure you bring the correct fork

for your bedding; pitchforks with tines work well with straw, manure forks AKA “muck rakes” with baskets work well with shavings and sawdust.

Rake or Broom Old:

A rake or broom is handy for sweeping stalls and aisles and picking up smaller pieces of dirt and manure.

Manure Basket or Wheelbarrow Old:

Used for carting manure to the designated manure piles.

Extra Equipment Requirements New: added wording

At least one set of extra equipment per team.

Old:

One set of extra equipment per team.

Pair Stirrup Leathers and Stirrup Irons New:

Tip: Place every member’s foot in the extra stirrup irons, since there should be 1 inch

• f extra room (or ½ inch on each side) when the widest part of a rider’s foot is placed

across the stirrup iron.

Old:

Should be: Make sure the stitching on the extra leathers is in good repair. There’s no use in exchanging a broken leather for another broken one. Also, take the time to place every member’s foot in the extra stirrup irons, since there should be 1 inch of extra room (or ½ inch on each side) when the widest part of a rider’s foot is placed across the stirrup iron.

Two Rubber Bands for Peacock Irons (if used) New:

Required if one or more riders are using peacock safety stirrup irons. (no wording change in rest of paragraph) Acceptable: (no wording change) Unacceptable: (no wording change) Tip: Place extra bands and leather tabs in a zip-close bag and label.

Old:

These are only required if one or more riders are using peacock safety stirrup irons. Should be: Shouldn’t be: Tip: Place extra bands and leather tabs in a zip-close bag and label it correctly.

Extra Polo/Polocrosse Equipment New:

Added Polo to title

Additional Extra Equipment Requirements New:

One kit per polo/polocrosse team Sufficient to fit all team mounts/members Extra Wash buckets, scrapers, sponges are necessary in order to bring horses temperature down during hot summer months when ponies come off the field of play.

Old:

For Polocrosse Only Additional Extra Equipment Requirements One kit per team Sufficient to fit all team mounts/members

Checklist New:

Extra Racket/Mallet

Old:

Extra Racket Each team should have at least one extra.

Breastplates(s) New:

Acceptable: At least one that fits all mounts

Old:

At least one that fits all mounts.

Two Pair Boots or Bandages or Combination of Both New:

Acceptable: At least two pairs. Must fit all mounts.

Old:

Should: Fit all mounts on team.

Two Pair Bell Boots New:

Acceptable: At least two pairs. Must fit all mounts.

Old:

Should: Fit all mounts on team.

Stall Cards New: removed hotel information and Competitor emergency contact cell phone

number.

Old:

New:

Del eleted line.

New:

Rider’s Name & Number:

New:

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New Evaluation item: As a competitor, in what Horse Management skills would you like more training?

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New Evaluation item: As a volunteer, in what areas of Horse Management would you like more education and training?

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 No major fundamental changes  Clarified intended meaning of rules/statements where there was confusion and difference in application  Universal change of “Should” and “Shouldn’t”  Amplification has been updated to include: Required, Acceptable, Unacceptable, Tips  Keep Feed Room door closed! Please direct clarification questions to: instruction@ponyclub.org