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Unhook and remove the rear breeching
bar behind the horse to be unloaded. Move
to the front of the trailer and enter via the
inspection/groom’s door, closing the door
behind you. Untie the horse from the tie ring
and carefully back the horse from the trailer.
Replace breeching bar before off loading 2nd
horse. Repeat to unload second horse.
Clean out the horsebox before closing it
back up.
7 GENERAL HYGIENE/
SAFETY
General hygiene is extremely important to
protect against contracting infections from
animal waste. After each journey thoroughly
clean and disinfect the trailer and always wash
your hands thoroughly after using the trailer.
It should be noted that some disinfectants
are highly corrosive and could damage your
trailer if used incorrectly, ideally a neutral
pH disinfectant should be used. Always
refer to the label or product data sheet
when using any chemicals, and follow any
safety advice given. If in doubt seek advice
from the chemical manufacturer.
When cleaning is complete thoroughly rinse
the trailer to remove any chemical residue.
7.1 SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
7.1.1 FIRST AID
In addition to the first aid kit for your car
it is a good idea to carry one for the horses,
plan for the worst situation and pack enough
supplies for the maximum number of horses
that can be carried.
7.1.2 BREAKDOWNS
WITH HORSES
ON-BOARD
In the event of an accident or breakdown,
always contact the emergency services and
your breakdown recovery company.
Never unload the horses on the road. It is
illegal to do so on motorways in the UK and
can lead to fatal accidents.
8 GENERAL
MAINTENANCE
8.1 EXTERIOR BODYWORK
To maintain a showroom finish, one needs
to hand wash regularly with a car or caravan
shampoo, rinse with cold water and chamois
leather off. A protective coating applied
after cleaning like Fenwick’s Bobby Dazzler
will help to keep the trailer cleaner for
longer and makes cleaning next time easier.
It also contains an algae inhibitor.
• Do not use a high-pressure power washer
on the vents, doors and windows.
• Under no circumstances use any abrasive
agents, T-cut, methylated spirit, white
spirit, other solvents or washing up liquid
to the exterior of your trailer.
8.2 GALVANIZED FINISH
As part of the normal ageing process,
galvanized surfaces form a dull patina. This
protects the reactive zinc and underlying
steel from further corrosion. The appearance
of the surface ranges from bright silver
to dull grey. Exposure to road salt can
