Equipment

Trainers are reminded of the requirement for Equine Influenza vaccination. The Rules can be found on the BHA’s Rules website – Vaccinations Code:

https://rules.britishhorseracing.com/#!/book/34/chapter/s3534vaccinations-code/content

A copy of the passport, or vaccination record, for all International Runners must be emailed to equine@britishhorseracing.com. Please note that the Vaccination Code was updated as of 01 January 2022, including a requirement for six-monthly booster vaccinations. For any questions regarding vaccinations, please contact equine@britishhorseracing.com.

https://www.britishhorseracing.com/press_releases/bha-confirmschanges-to-the-rules-of-racing/

All equipment must be named at the time of declaration to run. Permissible equipment:

HOOD means a garment similar to blinkers, incorporating ear covers but without eye cowls. BLINKERS means a garment fitted over a horse’s head with holes for the eyes and ears, one or both eyeholes being fitted with cowls cutting out all vision to the rear but permitting full forward vision. VISOR means a garment similar to blinkers in which one or both cowls have holes cut in them permitting limited side or rear vision. EYESHIELD means a garment similar to blinkers except that in place of the eye cowls, both eyes are covered with a mesh or other transparent material. EYECOVER means a garment similar to blinkers except that in place of the eye cowls, one eye only is completely covered by an opaque cover. CHEEK PIECES means two strips of sheepskin or any other similar material or device which is attached to the cheek pieces of the bridle. TONGUE STRAP means any device used to tie down a horse’s tongue. These must not encircle the bit and further detail about the conditions that apply to them can be found at

http://rules.britishhorseracing.com/#!/book/34/ chapter/s3101-equipment-code/content?section=s3105requirement-to-declare-headgear-or-a-tongue-strap

Lip chains must be covered and nasal strips are not allowed. Any horse wearing non-declared equipment on the way to the start will be withdrawn at the start by the starter. No shoes can have protrusions on the ground surface other than calkins or studs on the hind, limited to 3/8” in height. The use of American type toe-grab plates or those with a sharp flange is forbidden.

SHOEING HORSES WHILST IN GB

It is a legislative requirement for a farrier to be registered to shoe horses whilst in Great Britain. In applicable circumstances, trainers and their (international) farrier(s) are advised to contact the Farriers Registration Council farrier-reg.gov.uk well in advance of their intended visit to clarify the requirements and obtain the appropriate certification. Horses running in Flat Races conducted on turf must enter the parade ring fully shod except where: The BHA has consented before the Declaration to Run is submitted; or in exceptional circumstances the Stewards give permission. Further information is available at:

https://rules.britishhorseracing.com/#!/book/34/chapter/ s3101-equipment-code/content?section=s3108-shoes

And a shoe dispensation form can be found at:

https://www.britishhorseracing.com/regulation/welfareinfo/ HERE TO HELP

The International Racing Bureau will assist with any questions that may arise

Adrian Beaumont (IRB) Tel: +44 (0) 1638 668881 Mobile: +44 (0) 7808 903 158 adrian@irbracing.com

Alternatively, please contact the Equine Health and Welfare Department at equine@britishhorseracing.com Visitors are also welcome to contact: Lucinda Tyler Senior Veterinary Officer Mobile: +44 (0) 7500 191167 anti-doping@britishhorseracing.com

James Given Director of Equine Health and Welfare British Horseracing Authority Tel: +44 20 7152 0007 Mobile +44 7826 671535 jgiven@britishhorseracing.com