RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY
Dangerous Activity Acknowledgement
In consideration for being permitted to participate in any way in horse sport activities, I, the undersigned, understand, acknowledge and accept that:
Horse sports are a dangerous activity and horses can act in a sudden and unpredictable (changeable) way, especially if frightened or hurt.
There is a significant risk that serious INJURY or DEATH may result from horse sport activities.
I understand and acknowledge the dangers associated with the consumption of alcohol or any mind altering drugs and agree not to drink alcohol or take drugs prohibited by law before or during any horse sport activities.
I agree to follow the directions of any event organiser or official and that any misconduct or refusal by me to follow any direction of any organiser or official can result in the CANCELLATION of my participation in the activities and my immediate removal from my horse NO MATTER where that may occur.
I agree to wear an approved helmet at all times whilst participating in the sport where this is required under the relevant Equestrian Australia (EA) and Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) rules and regulations.
All persons who ride, or tend a horse on these grounds do so entirely at their own risk. Neither the EA, Far South Coast Dressage Association (FSCDA), nor the Committee or any member thereof accepts any liability for any personal loss or injury (including death) suffered by any person from or relating to any incident involving a horse and whether or not caused or contributed to by the negligent act, error or omission of the FSCDA, the Committee or a member thereof.
I hereby agree to accept full responsibility for the care and any costs incurred in looking after my horse/s should a Lockdown happen. Under NO circumstances will I hold FSCDA or any of its members, Committee Members and Office Bearers liable.
Neither the Organising Committee of any competition to which these rules apply nor the EA accepts any liability for any accident, damage, injury or illness to horses, owners, riders, grounds, spectators or any other person or property whatsoever.
I have had sufficient opportunity to read this Dangerous Activity Acknowledgement and fully understand its terms and submit it freely and voluntarily.
FOR PARTICIPANTS OF MINORITY AGE (Under 18 Years)
This is to certify that I, as a parent/guardian with legal responsibility for this participant acknowledge, understand and accept the “Waiver of Liability” above and consent and agree to my minor child’s involvement or participation in horse sport activities. I also agree to abide by the Parents Code of Conduct as it relates to Equestrian Sports. I understand that should I breach this Code of Conduct in any way, I may be penalized for such a breach as determined by EA.