Equestrian Victoria, Equestrian Australia and the FEI expect all those involved in equestrian sport to adhere to the FEI Code of Conduct for the Welfare of the Horse and to acknowledge and accept that at all times the welfare of the horse must take precedence over all other demands.
1. At all stages during the preparation and training of competition horses, welfare must take precedence over all other demands. This includes good horse management, training methods, farrier and tack, transportation and while in transit.
2. Horses and competitors must be fit, competent and in good health before they are allowed to compete. This encompasses medication use, surgical procedures that threaten welfare or safety, pregnancy in mares and the misuse of aids.
3. Events must not prejudice horse welfare. This involves paying careful attention to the competition areas, ground surfaces, weather conditions, stabling, site safety and fitness of the horse for onward travel after the event.
4. Every effort must be made to ensure that horses receive proper attention after they have competed and that they are treated humanely when their competition careers are over. This covers proper veterinary care, competition injuries, euthanasia and retirement.
5. EV, EA & the FEI urge all involved with the sport to attain the highest levels of education in their areas of exper- tise relevant to the care and management of the competition horse.
- Abide by the principles of the FEI Code of Conduct for the Welfare of the Horse at all times
- Respect the rights, dignity and worth of fellow riders, coaches, officials, volunteers, parents and spectators.
- Be fair, considerate and honest in all dealing with others including coaches, parents and officials.
- Do not tolerate acts of aggression or harassment towards horses or people.
- Respect the talent, potential and development of fellow riders and competitors. Be proactive in assisting other Squad members and be aware that they may be in a different stage of their equestrian experience.
- Care for and respect the equipment provided to you as part of your program.
- Always acknowledge and respect sponsors and their involvement in the Squad and our sport.
- Understand the Social Media Policy of the organisation and any ramifications that may arise from breaches of that policy. To view the policy in full https://www.equestrian.org.au/sites/default/files/Equestrian-Australia-Social-Media-Policy-February2018.pdf
- Conduct yourself in a professional manner relating to language, temper and punctuality, be courteous, kind and always set a good example in dress and high personal behavior standards.
- Learn and abide by the rules of our sport and respect the decision of the officials making all appeals through the formal process and respecting the final decision. Always operate within the rules, if you or your parents don't understand, ask for help.
- Be honest in your attitude and preparation to training. Work equally hard for yourself and your fellow riders. Be prepared to set goals to help you achieve your aims and ambitions.
- Accept responsibility for your actions.
- Show concern and caution towards others who may be sick or injured.
- Be a positive role model and be prepared to make a long term commitment to the Squad and the values that drive it and be prepared to take part in all scheduled activities.