Our members safety is of the upmost importance to us. Please read the information  below to ensure that you are fully aware of the rules regarding hats and body protectors.

Hat Rule 2019

It is mandatory for all members to wear a protective helmet at all times when mounted with a chinstrap fastened and adjusted so as to prevent movement of the hat in the event of a fall. This rule defines the quality of the manufacture that is required. For more information on this rule and for hat standards accepted, please see the below link.

https://pcuk.org/media/zo2akg0a/hat_rule_2019.pdf

Body Protector Rule

The Pony Club does not make use of body protectors compulsory, except for all Cross Country riding and Pony Racing whether it be training or competing. Body protectors used for Cross Country or Pony Racing must meet BETA 2009 Level 3 Standard (purple label). For more information on this rule, please see the below link.

https://pcuk.org/media/rknfoqcr/body_protector_rule_2019.pdf