Equine Risk Management
Accidents - What to do and how to do it


FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE FOLLOWING:

  1. Are Emergency phone numbers posted by phones which are at known locations?
  2. Is First Aide equipment readily available and in obvious locations?
  3. Is there a Paramedic/First Aid/Ambulance service available to respond?
  4. Is congestion controlled on the premises to provide access for emergency vehicles?
  5. Is there a supply of an "Accident Report Form" to obtain important information should an accident occur?

WHAT TO DO IF AN ACCIDENT OCCURS

  • Halt the event or activity.
  • Obtain or provide assistance (for injured people or animals).
  • Contain the situation to avoid further injury or accident.
  • Control crowds for their protection and to allow access by emergency personnel.
  • Never admit responsibility and Never volunteer information that may be incriminating.
  • Make notes as soon as possible (names, addresses & phone numbers of witnesses etc.).
  • Complete an "Accident Report Form".
  • Report the incident to your insurance agent as soon as possible and send a copy of the "Accident Report Form".

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