It is the competitors responsibility to ensure the equipment used is up to current standards. 2023 rules now effective.
See relevant pages for equipment safety & rule changes.
All hats must be tagged with pink tags.
The 2009 standard body protector has now been withdrawn, only the 2018 Blue Label will be accepted at BRC competitions.
The coloured Velcro tabs on all BETA Level 3 body protectors should not be visible once the garment is fastened. If they can still be seen, the body protector is too small and it is time to get a new one!
Additional Information
The BETA Guide to Bodyprotectors poster is a handy resource to help you keep on top of the fit, fastening and standard of this crucial piece of safety gear. It's great to pin up on the tack room wall! If you'd like one, please visit the BETA website 📷beta-uk.org for a downloadable version or email tina@beta-uk.org for a laminated poster to be popped in the post. #BSW20 #BETASafetyWeek20 #WednesdayWisdom
Dear Member
We have today launched a new BETA survey to riders covering two main topics:
We would greatly appreciate it if you were able to share the survey link with your customers and equestrian minded staff, through your digital and social media channels over the next week to ensure as wide a take up as possible. It is their opportunity to share their views and experiences of the last 8 months.
We will of course share the findings with BETA members and would be happy to give those who assist to distribute the survey priority access.
The link to the survey is: https://wh1.snapsurveys.com/s.asp?k=160624164105
There is a £50 shopping voucher prize draw incentive offered to those completing the survey, which can be spent with any BETA member retailer.
Many thanks indeed.
If you have any queries about the above then please do let me know.
Kind regards
Claire / Megan Gibbs <megan.gibbs@bhs.org.uk>
If you have any concerns about the Welfare of Horses in your Area, click on the link below to get in touch with the BHS.
If you tow with a Car use the link below to ensure you are safe to do so.
'Dead Slow' Campaign
Our ‘Dead? Or Dead Slow’ road safety campaign aims to educate drivers on how to pass horses safely on the road. The key behavioural change messages to drivers are:
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