Equine Veterinary Facility Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]
This equine veterinary facility safety checklist ensures equine hospitals, reproduction centers, and large animal practices comply with AAEP (American Association of Equine Practitioners) biosecurity standards, AVMA safety guidelines, and OSHA general industry requirements for large animal handling. Practice managers use this monthly to identify equine handling hazards.
- Industry: Veterinary
- Frequency: Monthly
- Estimated Time: 25-35 minutes
- Role: Equine Practice Manager / Head Veterinarian
- Total Items: 8
- Compliance: AAEP Infectious Disease Guidelines, AVMA large animal handling guidelines, OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (general industry - livestock handling), USDA APHIS equine health requirements
Equine Handling Safety
Verify safe horse handling facilities and practices.
- Examination stocks in good repair with no sharp edges?
- Treatment area flooring non-slip and in good repair?
- Chemical restraint medications and reversal agents readily available?
- Riding helmets available for staff working with young or unpredictable horses?
Equine Biosecurity
Verify equine biosecurity practices.
- New arrivals isolated minimum 14 days per AAEP guidelines?
- Health records including vaccination and Coggins current on all resident horses?
- Hand hygiene between horses and foot baths at isolation area entry?
- Equine facility safety notes
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Why Use This Equine Veterinary Facility Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]?
This equine veterinary facility safety checklist [free pdf] helps veterinary teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for equine practice manager / head veterinarian professionals, this checklist covers 8 critical inspection points across 2 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.
Ensures compliance with AAEP Infectious Disease Guidelines, AVMA large animal handling guidelines, OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (general industry - livestock handling), USDA APHIS equine health requirements. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Equine Veterinary Facility Safety Checklist [FREE PDF] cover?
This checklist covers 8 inspection items across 2 sections: Equine Handling Safety, Equine Biosecurity. It is designed for veterinary operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed monthly. Each completion takes approximately 25-35 minutes.
Who should use this Equine Veterinary Facility Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]?
This checklist is designed for Equine Practice Manager / Head Veterinarian professionals in the veterinary industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.