Under Massachusetts law, an equine professional is not liable for an injury to, or the death of, a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities, pursuant to section 2D of chapter 128 of the General Laws.
By signing this form, I hereby acknowledge that I have familiarized myself with the activities that I, my children, and children under my care, will be allowed to participate in, and that I do hereby acknowledge and agree that I will participate in these activities without restriction or limitation. Regardless of the temperament or size of the horse, I recognize the inherent risks involved in riding and working with horses and animals, including but not limited to:
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Bites, kicks, abrasions or contusions from horses, or being thrown or bucked off.
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Scratches or other injury from stalls or enclosures, grooming tools, or equine tack.
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Allergic reactions to animals, hay, or other allergens.
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Tripping in holes or on materials or equipment
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Slipping, falling, or otherwise being injured in the barn, in stalls, or on the grounds, which can be slippery, muddy, wet, or contain or present other hazards.
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Moving parts in equine drawn cart - Other animals (goats, cows, rabbits, chickens, etc) may intentionally or playfully mouth or accidentally scratch, bite, kick, or buck if startled.