Equine Groundwork Checklist
This printable Equine Groundwork Checklist helps horse owners and barn managers work through basic groundwork with a horse. Print a fresh copy as needed and keep completed pages with your other barn records.
Download free PDF1 page, US Letter, prints clean in black and white
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What is on this checklist
- Halter and lead ready
- Leading politely checked and noted
- Standing still checked and noted
- Yielding hindquarters checked and noted
- Yielding forequarters checked and noted
- Backing up checked and noted
- Hooves handled checked and noted
- Accepting touch and grooming
- Safe loading practice
- Calm after work
How to use this checklist
Use one sheet per unit, pen or field. Date it, sign it, and file the finished copy so you can look back at what was found and fixed.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and OSHA.
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