CDR Grievance / Complaints Procedure
Any grievance or complaint against the club must be received in writing by the committee within one week of the incident, or ride, for general inquiries and within one week of the ride results being published on the website for results queries.
Accidents
Riders and helpers MUST report all accidents, even if uninjured, to the Ride Organiser. The Accident Book located in the Ride Kit should be completed by the Ride Organiser.
Rider
Riders must wear:
Riders should wear:
Artificial Aids:
Riders must:
Speed
The minimum speed for CDR rides is 6.4kmph or 4mph. (This may be reduced at the discretion of the RO is ride conditions dictate).
Overtaking
Riders wishing to overtake shall first obtain permission from the rider in front and then overtake with due care and attention. Any rider who is about to be overtaken should quickly clear the way. Willful obstruction of an overtaking rider or inconsiderate and/or dangerous overtaking may be penalised by elimination.
Footpaths, bridleways and byways are all public highways where it is likely that participants will meet other users. Whether on a public highway or not, participants should meet other users in a safe manner, for example, making them aware of their presence and slowing to a walking pace while passing if unable to give them a wide berth. While using any public highway, participants should comply with the Highway Code at all times.
Gates
Unless otherwise indicated, gates should be left as found; leaving a gate other than as originally found may incur penalty.
Para Riders
Para riders should inform the CDR Committee when they join if they have any specific requirements which will impact on their ability to take part in CDR activities safely. The Committee will look at each case individually.
Horse and Tack
Horses shall be ridden in a recognised form of bridle with or without a bit. Riding in a head collar, blinkers, draw-reins, Market Harborough or similar schooling aid is not permitted. Any suitable saddle may be used. Numnahs, saddle blankets and girth guards are permitted. It is the rider’s responsibility to make sure:
Tail Ribbons
Tail ribbons should be used as follows:
· Red if a horse is nervous or bad tempered when other horses come too close to their hindquarters.
· Green if the horse is young and/or a novice.
· Blue is mandatory for a stallion.
Ride Entry Fees
CDR operates a strict no refund policy. (The only exception is if the ride is cancelled by the ride organiser)
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