1. Pupils should not be with horses without an adult or permission.
2. Always approach a horse from the side and speak to it.
3. Work close to a horse.
4. Keep leads and reins off the ground.
5. Walk beside when leading a horse.
6. Keep both hands on a horse lead.
7. Do not wrap leads or reins around hand or body.
8. Tighten girth before mounting.
9. Don't shout or run around horses.
10. Pet a horse on the shoulder, not on the nose.
11. Don't cluck; it upsets other horses.
12. Keep at least 2 lengths between you and the horse ahead.
13. ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET when mounted.

*** IMPORTANT NOTE ***
A riding helmet is DIFFERENT from a bike helmet. The padding is in differnet locations. Wearing a bike helment will not protect you as much as a equine helmet would. I would recemed that you visit Jeffers Equine Supply and check their helmet inventory. I have found that they have the best price