Safety

Humeral and Scapular Fracture Study

November 30, 2012

Dr. Erin McKerney, in collaboration with Dr. Susan Stover from the J.D Wheat Veterinary Orthopedic Research Laboratory at UC Davis is conducting a study to better understand the events that lead to ca...

NYSRWB To Implement Safety Measures

September 28, 2012

In light of the announcement today by New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo regarding a safety overhaul of NYRA tracks, New York State Racing And Wagering Board Chairman John D. Sabini has issued a statem...

NY Gov. Cuomo Orders Broad Safety Overhaul At NYRA Tracks

September 28, 2012

On Friday, September 28, New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced his office has received the findings and recommendations of the New York Task Force on Racehorse Health and Safety and that the sta...

Millions Dedicated To T-Bred Plan

August 16, 2011

Following the release of a comprehensive report by consulting firm McKinsey & Company, The Jockey Club has announced a multi-million-dollar, nine-part plan for the betterment of thoroughbred horse...

Random Drug Testing Ushered In

It was determined on Thursday, May 26 during the California Horse Racing Board's monthly meeting that random drug testing of jockeys, apprentice jockeys, and drivers will be instituted.

MacPhee Discusses Safety Vests

Horseman Brian MacPhee doesn't have a problem with safety vests, he just doesn't like being told what to do

Judge: Adamo, Gill Can Sue PHRC

According to a report, a federal judge in the United States has ruled that thoroughbred horse owner Michael Gill and trainer Anthony Adamo can sue racing commissioners in Pennsylvania in regard to hav...

Industry Unites On Safety Initiative

Equine Guelph, with the support of 20 industry partners from Canada and the United States, is launching a 20-page bilingual interactive workbook titled 'Danger Detective on the Horse Farm,' which teac...

California To Discuss Safety Initiatives

September 02, 2009

New standards and specifications for safety vests, safety helmets, and whips will be discussed Friday, September 4, as the Safety Committee of the California Horse Racing Board begins the regulatory p