Welcome to Centaur Equestrian Health & Safety Consultancy
Your trusted partner in equestrian health and safety. We specialise in providing comprehensive risk assessments and health and safety plans for commercial equine premises, equestrian centres, racing yards, riding schools, stud farms, polo yards, livery yards and trekking centres.
Horse riding is a high-risk activity, and handling horses can be equally dangerous. Our services are designed to help commercial equestrian businesses identify risks and implement clear policies and procedures to ensure health, safety and compliance.
Written health and safety policies are required if you employ five or more people, it is a legal requirement. In most jurisdictions; even if you have fewer employees, it is still considered good practice to document your health and safety approach. This information must be available to all your employees.
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Though Health & Safety often evolves from common sense, there are areas of the business you truly need guidance from an expert. Having recently overhauled our health and safety policy at the stud farm, we found ourselves delving deeper into the unknown, or unsure territory. This was the point at where we engaged the professional services of 'Centaur – Equine Health & Safety'.
The service & advice received from Centaur, came from unquestionable knowledge and many years of experience in the field. This combined with an up-to-date knowledge of current legislation, stands us in good stead, not only from a legal perspective, but more importantly, the safety of our Horses, customers', and staff. Without the support of Centaur, we would have undoubtedly missed relevant points of legislation.
I would have no hesitation in recommending the services of Centaur, with their professional and helpful approach along with their extensive knowledge of Health & Safety - not to mention the positive effect this has on the staff and their morale.
Bearstone Stud
Get in Touch
We offer free initial assessments to help you get started. Contact us today via our contact form or email me.
Risk Management
Risk assessments are crucial for identifying and mitigating hazards in your equestrian yard. We cover everything from PPE personal protective equipment, fire hazards, transporting horses, employee liability, visitor safety, manual handling and a focus on route cause analysis for accident reporting. Our detailed reports provide actionable insights and recommendations to prepare your yard for emergencies. Ensuring a safe environment is essential for the well-being of your employees, horses, and visitors.
Health and Safety Policy
Creating tailored equestrian health and safety policies is another core service we offer. Each riding facility has unique needs, and our customised policies address specific aspects such as accidents, equipment, and staff requirements. Our health and safety plans are designed to meet the highest standards, ensuring that your yard operates safely and efficiently.
Event Safety
Our event safety service ensures that your equestrian events run smoothly and safely. We adhere to Purple Guide Best Practices and provide risk assessments, public access and egress planning, trade stand planning, and wet weather planning. Our services also include contractor approval, health and safety support and duty of care management. Let us help you create a safe and successful event.
We will continue to use Centaur now and, in the future...
We were extremely happy with the service, from the moment I met her I felt I was in good hands, she put us at complete ease with her approach and knowledge to all things Equestrian Health and Safety. She was extremely thorough. She provided us with a comprehensive report containing legal requirements, recommendations, and observations. This has been useful for ensuring the entire yard moves forward and remains compliant.
The Process
Contact
Reach out to us via email or our contact form.
Site Assessment
We visit your site to conduct a thorough assessments.
Review
We provide a detailed report and support you in implementing the recommended measures.
About & Qualifications
We At Centaur Equestrian Health & Safety Consultancy, have over 35 years of experience in the equestrian industry. Our extensive credentials and our collective dedication allow us to offer unparalleled guidance and support for all your equestrian health and safety needs.
Qualifications & Experience
- IOSH Institute of Occupational Safety and Health- Managing Safely
- British Safety Council - Fire Risk Assessor/174537BSC
- AMIIRSM - International Institute of Risk and Safety Management Associate Member
- SOLOGIC - Route Cause Analysis- RCA Analyst
- City and Guilds- Manual Handling Train the Trainer Advanced Program
- Knights of Safety- COSHH Control of Substances Hazardous to Health- Risk Assessor
- Axelos ISO 9001 Quality Assurance and Management Systems - Lead Auditor
- St Johns Ambulance- First Aid at Work 3-day Health and Safety At Work
- LANTRA -LANd and TRAing Health and Safety Working With Equines Award
- BHSAI British Horses Society Assistant Instructor Qualification
- City & Guilds Level 2 Award in Entrance & Entry Controller for Confined Spaces
- Phoenix Health and Safety Legionella Awareness Assessor
Our experience spans various facets of the equestrian world, including yard management, teaching, backing and breaking, competing, and breeding. We have worked in diverse environments such as riding schools, competition yards, polo yards, Racing, Central London riding schools and The Royal Mews London. On the commercial side of experience we have worked in manufacturing and energy facilities as health, safety, environmental advisors and regulatory compliance managers.
Furthermore, we contribute our expertise to contribute our services in voluntary roles for the BHS reflecting our commitment to promoting safety and excellence in the equestrian community. With our extensive equestrian background, Centaur Equestrian Health & Safety Consultancy are here to ensure your equine yards and events run smoothly and safely.
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