Safety

The information set out within this document must be included in the Prize Schedule, Competitor Information and/or Official Program for your event/s. This information must be signed by event organiser prior to an event and always adhered to.

Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre Committee of Management considers it a privilege that you are allowed to bring your dog to this venue. We insist you always keep your dog under effective control and on a leash.

  1. Approved Safety Helmets must be always worn when mounted
  2. Cross Country obstacles must not be jumped/used unless a non-riding level one NCAS coach is present.
  3. Riding of horses bareback is prohibited
  4. Riding of rugged and/or unbridled horses is prohibited
  5. Any person may lead a maximum of two horses while mounted
  6. Stallions must always be in the control of a person aged eighteen (18) years or
  7. Horses are not permitted within/upon the quadrangle (between the barn & Indoor 1).
  8. Horses are not permitted near pedestrian doorways
  9. Straw bedding is not permitted on the venue. Only wood shavings/sawdust bedding is accepted.
  10. Helmets must be worn when riding bikes or unpowered scooters.
  11. Bicycles are not permitted in the indoor arenas or any stable block.
  12. Bicycles are not permitted near doors designated as public entrances or exits.
  13. Electric Scooters are not permitted to be used on the venue.
  14. Speed limits must be always adhered to. The speed limit at WPNEC is 10km p/h.
  15. Power leads must not be on the ground or over roads
  16. Construction of portable/tape yards is prohibited
  17. Alcohol must not be consumed in the Indoor Arenas, unless purchased from the licensed bar located in Indoor Arena No 1.
  18. Please observe all signs at the venue.
  19. Horses must be tied in a safe manner. Horses must not be tied to unattached floats, wheelie bins, etc.
  20. No infrastructure to be erected on WPNEC Grounds without written approval by management prior to event.
  21. Entry and exit doors to Indoors Arenas must not be obstructed at any time.
  22. Every event to book at WPNEC must provide their own first aid officials.
  23. Report any incidents, damages, or safety concerns to WPNEC management immediately.
  24. Dogs are not permitted on the Cross-Country Course when in use.
  25. Please call WPNEC Management should you require any assistance with ANY Issue.
  26. Users who do not comply with these guidelines may be refused future use of WPNEC.

These conditions apply unless the Manager or the Committee of Management has given the discipline/event/activity concerned an exemption.

*Exemptions must be applied for in writing and will be only valid for the dates granted. *

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