Safety

‘Terrifying moment’: child walks out in front of team chasers

A potential disaster was averted when a young girl walked in front of a fence as riders approached

British Eventing reveals new body protector rules

“BETA 2000 has served us well since its introduction in 2000, however now there are garments potentially being used that are up to 16 years old"

Innovative hurdle trial extended following drop in falls

Six racecourses are now either using or have signed up to use the One Fit hurdle as part of the extended trial

Public rates riding third most dangerous sport

The research made a comparison between people’s attitudes towards popular sports and the number of reported injuries

Drone users urged to take care around horses

The British Horse Society said more riders and owners have become concerned about the flying devices

'Air jackets are life-savers: get them serviced'

Owners of air jackets have been urged to ensure they are serviced regularly

Owners 'put lives at risk' to rescue trapped horses *H&H VIP*

A survey found owners will put lives at risk to save their horses in the event of a travelling incident

Focus on rotten floors and ramps in Horsebox Safety Week

Owners are urged to check vehicles carefully this Horsebox Safety Week.

New hat app and safety tour to help riders

A new app will help riders find out if their hats are up to standard, while Harry Hall is planning a “Serious About Safety” tour

Rider safety could benefit from space-age technology

Charles Owen is developing a brand new material which could be used in protective helmets

Major funding boost for helmet testing

Helmet manufacturer Charles Owen has been given €273,000 to work on a groundbreaking safety project

Hat rule changes for 2016: does yours comply?

Riders are being reminded to check their hats comply ahead of the 2016 season

British Eventing tests alternative frangible device for cross-country fences *H&H VIP*

While the frangible pin is only effective on post and rail fences, the MIM clip allows other jumps, such tables, gates and arrowheads, to collapse

'It could have been my skull': rider urges others to wear a helmet

Holly Haward had a serious fall at the Essex and Suffolk hunt team chase

Bonfire night: warning to owners following horse’s death

Owners are being urged to take extra care to keep their horses safe this bonfire night

Riders ignoring hat safety warnings left at risk *H&H VIP*

Safety headwear is constantly in the spotlight, yet many riders seem unaware of — or ignore — the fact hats need replacing after an impact. Laura Lambert finds out what is being done to raise awareness of this issue

Horse injured on ‘dangerous’ footpath gate

An owner is calling for others to be aware of the potential danger posed by a type of footpath gate after her horse was injured

Fire safety and equine rescue under the spotlight

The British Animal Rescue and Trauma Care Association will hold its first animal rescue conference later this year

Owner kicked in the head credits hat for saving her life

An owner whose hat saved her life after she was kicked in the head while leading a horse is urging others to think about wearing a helmet when on the ground

Save money on a new riding hat on International Helmet Awareness Day

International Helmet Awareness Day 2015 will take place on Saturday 1 August