caregroundworksafety⏱ 10 min
Turnout Safety Check
Step-by-step checks for moving a horse to turnout safely (with an adult).
Steps to Follow
1
Check the gate and latch with an adult before you open it.
✓
Latch works.
2
Lead from the shoulder with safe spacing.
✓
I’m not being pulled.
3
Look for other horses and ask where to stand.
✓
I chose a safe spot.
4
Open the gate only as wide as needed, then move through calmly.
✓
Gate stays under control.
5
Close and latch the gate right away.
✓
Gate latched.
What You Need
🛠 halter🛠 lead-rope