New England
4-H Horse Project Helmet Rule
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Effective January 1,2002
all youth under 19, participating in any 4-H equestrian activity, regardless
of riding seat, shall wear a properly fitted equestrian helmet which carries
a current ASTM/SEI approval with secured chin harness properly fastened at
all times when mounted on an equine or in a vehicle being pulled by one or
more equines.
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It is the responsibility
of the rider or the parent or guardian of the minor rider, to see to it that
the headgear worn complies with such approved standards and carries the
proper seals, and is properly fitted and in good condition. Due to
degeneration concerns, equestrian and sport manufacturers recommend
replacement every five years. The New England 4-H Council Horse Program,
organizing committees, and licensed officials or leaders are not responsible
for checking headgear worn for such compliance. The New England 4-H Horse
Program or said committees and officials and leaders make no representation
or warranty, expressed or implied, about such headgear and cautions riders
that serious injury may result despite wearing headgear, as no helmet can
protect against all foreseeable injuries in equestrian activities.
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At any 4-H equestrian
activity, the official activity manager (e.g. show manager, clinic
organizer, club leader) may, at his/her discretion, check a participant’s
equestrian helmet for proper standards. If the participant is found to be
wearing an unapproved, defective or improperly fitted helmet, he/she will
NOT be permitted to participate in any mounted or driving activities until
proper headgear is acquired.
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The approved helmet
requirement supersedes all hat and helmet requirements as stated under
appointments in the current set of rules and regulations.
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Assumption of Risk and Release
NEW ENGLAND 4-H COUNCIL HORSE PROJECT
I have read the NEW ENGLAND
4-H COUNCIL HORSE PROJECT EQUESTRIAN HELMET RULE printed above. I understand
that equestrian activity involves certain risks of physical injury. I,
nonetheless, wish to participate in the New England 4-H Council Horse Project. I
do so at my own risk and agree to indemnify and hold harmless the, Eastern
States Exposition/Employees/ trustees, the New England 4-H Council/Committee,
employees, and agents from any and all losses, penalties, damages, settlements,
costs or other expenses or liabilities arising out of this activity.
Name of 4-H Member
__________________________________
Signature of 4-H Member
___________________________________
Name of Parent or Guardian
_________________________________
Signature of Parent or
Guardian _________________________________
(If 4-H member is under 18,
must be signed by parent or guardian having majority custody of the minor)
Address of 4-H Member:
______________________________________
______________________________________
______________________________________
Date: ______________ Phone
Number: ______________________
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contact your county Extension office.
