Safety Checklist

Horse-drawn carriage with three passengers

Lenny Giving a Safety Inspection

The National Drive supports and encourages the use of helmets for both drivers and passengers.

What is a safety check?

The safety check is as simple as another set of eyes going over your harness and carriage to make sure everything is connected and buckled for a SAFE drive. It is NOT a critique. We understand that in a strange environment away from home, things can seem a bit hectic and something can be overlooked. The National Drive staff is there to support you and ensure a safe trip for everyone.

Please get a safety check and wristband prior to driving!

The National Drive Safety Checklist

Please Turn in at Safety Check

Driver

  • 1 Helmets required for minors under 18. Strongly recommended for adults.
  • 2 Can you manage your turnout in the presence of unfamiliar horses.
  • 3 Have you inspected your turnout/equipment thoroughly.
  • 4 Are you confident in your driving skills to participate in this event.
  • 5 Are bridle & reins installed before hitching, left on until unhitched.

Horse

  • 1 Does your equine stand quietly until directed to move off.
  • 2 Are shoes secure and suitable for the anticipated footing conditions.
  • 3 Will your equine be content to remain at a safe distance form others.
  • 4 Is your equine controllable in traffic and around other horses.

Harness and Bitting

  • 1 Checked for correct fit and excessive wear.
  • 2 2Have teeth been checked for comfortable acceptance of the bit.

Vehicle

  • 1 Wheels - checked to be in good condition and inflated correctly.
  • 2 Is vehicle properly fitted to horse.

Other

  • 1 Halter and lead rope for each horse.
  • 2 Bridle and reins on before hitching and off after unhitching.
  • 3 If I need help, I will ask for it!
  • 4 Cell phone with emergency number on speed dial (317) 373-1751.
  • 5 Non-emergency number (463) 218-0023.

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Consider volunteering to help out at safety check. It's a good learning experience.

Driving Rules of the Road

  • 1 Stay on your side of the road when meeting someone, and slow down when necessary.
  • 2 When traveling with friends, make room for others to get by.
  • 3 Announce your intention to pass, on the left or right, as appropriate.
  • 4 Inside the compound, WALK and WATCH out for those preparing to hitch or unhitch.
Safety Checklist