Translations:Adventist Youth Honors Answer Book/Recreation/Horsemanship/7/en

5. Demonstrate and explain a minimum of 5 safety rules for working around horses.

1. Never go around the back, unless you are at least 3 feet away, or you are very close with your hand on the horse's flank.
2. Don't ride when there's lightning, because some horses can be spooked easily.
3. Do not run around the horse.
4. Don't wrap the reigns or lead rope around your hands because the horse may run and your hands can easily be hurt.
5. Never go under the neck of a horse.
6. Don't ride a horse in the barn.
7. Never sit or kneel while grooming.
8. If your horse bolts, turn it in a circle until the circle is small and the horse stops.
9. Always use a quick release knot or a panic snap to tie your horse so you can release it quickly if needed.
10. Always wear shoes with a heel while riding. No flip flops, or open-toed shoes. Cowboy boots are recommended.