Proposed Rule Change Report

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1 USEF Proposed Rule Change Report (28) Rule Tracking Draft Proposal Type Effective Date Proponent Status AR Description: English trail 1 Rule Clarification 9/1/2018 Arabian AR Rule Clarification 9/1/2018 Arabian Description: trail course designers DC App. A Description: measurement 1 Extraordinary 12/1/2018 Driving DC Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Driving Description: categories and levels DC Description: entries DC Description: entries DC Description: schedule of event DC Description: height DC Description: stable security 1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Driving 1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Driving 1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Driving 1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Driving 1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Driving DC Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Driving Description: weights and dimensions DC Description: participation DC Description: participation DC Description: times 1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Driving 1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Driving 1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Driving DC Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Driving Description: the marathon course DC Description: obstacles 1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Driving Monday, September 17, :12 PM Page 1 of 32

2 USEF Proposed Rule Change Report (28) Rule Tracking Draft Proposal Type Effective Date Proponent Status DC Description: cones 1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Driving DC Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Driving Description: technical delegate DR Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Dressage Description: competition grounds DR Extraordinary 12/1/2018 Dressage Description: musical freestyle ride DR Rule Clarification 9/1/2018 Dressage Description: pony measurement EV App Description: committee EV App Description: bits EV Description: officials 1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Eventing 1 FEI Rule Change 9/1/2018 Eventing 1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Eventing HK Extraordinary 12/1/2018 Hackney Description: performance classes RD Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Roadster Description: performance classes RD Description: appointments RD Description: appointments WD Description: curb chains 1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Roadster 1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 Roadster 1 Rule Clarification 9/1/2018 WDAA Monday, September 17, :12 PM Page 2 of 32

3 AR111 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 9/1/2018 6/28/2018 8/27/2018 AR111 Protective Headgear [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER AR-28 WESTERN OR ENGLISH TRAIL HORSE SECTION] AR222 Trail Horse/In-Hand General Number ASTM helmets are required for all under saddle English Trail classes. AR224 Trail Obstacle Mandatory Dimensions Number JUMPS (Note: ASTM helmets are not required for Western trail classes with jump obstacles. ASTM helmets are required for all under saddle English trail classes. Continue numbering to 15. Arabian Nicole Zerbee To clarify the intent of the helmet rule for English Trail classes. The intent of the AHA Working Western Committee, proponent of the original rule change, was to only require helmets for under saddle English trail classes. Since going into effect on 4/1/2018, there has been confusion among Stewards and competitors as to whether this rule applies to both under saddle and In-Hand English trail classes or just under saddle classes. Draft 1: Recommends Approval 08/13/2018 Web: English trail Council - Natl Breed & Discipline Monday, September 17, :12 PM AR Tracking # Page 3 of 32

4 AR223 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 9/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 AR223 Trail Course Designers [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER AR-28 WESTERN OR ENGLISH TRAIL HORSE SECTION] 1. It is recommended that a Course Designer be contracted for all competitions and his/her name appears in the prize list. It is recommended that the Course Designer be present and available to the trail arena at all times during the trail classes. 2. It is required that a Course Designer, separate from one of the judges, be contracted at every National Championship Competition and his/her name appears in the prize list. At National Competitions, the Course Designer must be present and available to the trail arena at all times during the trail classes. 3. The Course Designer may judge (except at AHA Regional or AHA National Championship competitions) or be an official. Continue numbering to 6. Arabian Nicole Zerbee nzerbee@usef.org To clarify that trail course designers may judge or be an official at all competitions, except the AHA National Championship. The clarification will align with the AHA Resolution that was passed in 2016 to remove "regional" from (.2). Draft 1: Recommends Approval 08/13/2018 Draft 1: Recommends Approval 08/13/2018 Web: trail course designers Council - Natl Breed & Discipline Monday, September 17, :12 PM AR Tracking # Page 4 of 32

5 DC App. DC-A Tracking # Draft #1 Extraordinary 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 Extraordinary Change Reason Preliminary & Intermediate Ponies don t always have a measurement card. This rule requires them to get one in order to compete. The Committee feels that the requirement should only be imposed on the Advanced division. Measurement of Combined Driving Ponies [CHAPTER APPENDIX DC-A] APPENDIX DC-A MEASUREMENT OF COMBINED DRIVING PONIES 1. For the Advanced division, The USEF Measurement Card will be presented at the First Veterinary Inspection. If a pony is not in possession of a fully and correctly completed Measurement Card, the Ground Jury may order the pony to be measured by a certified measuring official and the Competition Veterinarian and/or a Judge, pursuant to Chapter 5, Subchapter 5-C in General Regulations. Failure to allow the pony to be remeasured will result in the pony being disqualified at that competition. The remeasurement must be reported to the Ground Jury, which must then disqualify the pony from the competition if it is over height (see DC ). 2. Ponies in the Advanced division without Measurement cards will be measured before the First Horse Inspection at their first competition of the year. 3. Measurement will be conducted by a certified measuring official and the Competition Veterinarian and/or a Judge. 4. The measurement specifications will be recorded on a USEF measurement form. A copy of this form will be given to the competitor at the time of measurement. 5. Measurement will be required yearly until the pony has reached the age of eight years. Animals four through seven years old will be issued an annual Temporary Measurement card. Animals eight years and older will be issued Permanent Measurement cards which will not need to be renewed. 6. If the Ground Jury questions the height of a pony and the pony is in possession of a fully and correctly completed Measurement card, the Ground Jury may request through the Federation, that the pony be remeasured by a certified measuring official and a Veterinarian who are approved by the Federation, pursuant to Chapter 5, Subchapter 5-C in General Regulations. Remeasurement must be made within 30 days of the request. Driving Danielle Aamodt daamodt@usef.org Originally, the rule only applied to the Advanced level (as the only recognized division), but when Preliminary and Intermediate divisions became recognized this rule was not changed and therefore applied to all. The Committee voted to change the rule to only require ponies in the Advanced division to carry measurement cards. It was noted that Preliminary and Intermediate ponies are still able to obtain measurement cards, but it is optional. Web: measurement Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC 0.0 Tracking # Page 5 of 32

6 DC901 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DC901 Categories and Levels [CHAPTER Chapter 2: Structure of Competition] DC901 Categories and Levels 1. Classes: All, or any, of the following classes may be held at the same Event, but each must be classified separately: Horse: Single (H1), Pair (H2), Tandem (HT2), Unicorn (HU3), and Four-in-Hand (H4) Pony: Single (P1), Pair (P2), Tandem (PT2), Unicorn (PU3), and Four-in-Hand (P4) In Preliminary and Intermediate only: Very Small Equine: Single (VSE1), Pair (VSE2), Tandem (VSET2), Unicorn (VSEU3), and Four-in-Hand (VSE4) 2. Levels of difficulty : The levels of difficulty are defined by a progressive rating system ranging from the lowest level Preliminary, to Intermediate, then to the highest level Advanced. Driving Danielle Aamodt daamodt@usef.org To clarify the levels and classes. Also to add VSE to class list for Preliminary and Intermediate, which is already noted throughout the DC chapters. Web: categories and levels Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 6 of 32

7 DC911 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DC911 Entries [CHAPTER DC-4 ELIGIBILITY] DC911 Entries 1. The number of Horses that may be entered for an Event must be in accordance with the Prize List or the American Driving Society Omnibus. 2. Entry forms for Horses must include the name/names, breed, sex, age, colour, country of birth, present nationality and passport number and/or USEF number, and where appropriate, qualifications. Driving Danielle Aamodt Change rule to match USEF entry forms, rather than FEI entries. Web: entries Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 7 of 32

8 DC911 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DC911 Entries [CHAPTER DC-4 ELIGIBILITY] DC911 Entries 1. The number of Horses that may be entered for an Event must be in accordance with the Prize List or the American Driving Society Omnibus. 2. Entry forms for Horses must include the name/names, breed, sex, age, colour, country of birth, present nationality and passport number and, where appropriate, qualifications. 3. Withdrawals after the date of definite entries or no-shows will be liable to reimburse the OC for the financial loss incurred by the OC (i.e. stabling and hotel Expenses) as a result of late withdrawal or no-show. Refunds need not be given for no-shows or withdrawals after the closing date of entries or no shows, however, this information must be posted in the prize list and/or ADS Omnibus. Driving Danielle Aamodt daamodt@usef.org To delete the requirement of athletes to pay entry expenses if they withdraw prior to closing of entries. Leave the rule which allows OC to retain entry fee for withdrawals / no shows after entry closing date. Web: entries Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 8 of 32

9 DC912 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DC912 Schedule of the event [CHAPTER DC-4 ELIGIBILITY] DC912 Schedule of the event The Schedule also means the official Prize List or the American Driving Society Omnibus in accordance with these rules. When applicable, the FEI Schedule applies to FEI divisions which are also USEF Advanced. All other USEF divisions will follow the official Prize List or the American Driving Society Omnibus, which must be in accordance with USEF rules. Driving Danielle Aamodt First, to clarify confusing language. Also, to specify that the FEI schedule will apply to Advanced divisions when applicable, but official Prize List or Omnibus listing will apply to all other USEF divisions. Web: schedule of event Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 9 of 32

10 DC915 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DC915 Height [CHAPTER DC-6 HORSES] 4. A mixed height turnout is not allowed. Large Pony 120 cm -148 cm without shoes or 149 cm. with shoes Small Pony 99 cm - under less than 120 cm with or without shoes Very Small Equine Under 99 cm Driving Danielle Aamodt daamodt@usef.org Clarify small pony height, using consistent language. Web: height Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 10 of 32

11 DC919 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DC919 Stable Security [CHAPTER DC-6 HORSES] DC919 Stable Security 1. The OC is responsible for the control of all stable areas so that the following minimum security requirements are met: 1.2 The Welfare of the Horse is the first priority hour security and supervision of the Stable Area(s) must be maintained whenever any stables are occupied. Stable arrangements and security are at the discretion of the Organizer and shall be approved by of the Technical Delegate. Arrangements must be published with the Prize List. 1.4 Security fences are not obligatory, but fences and gates may be installed for safety and security reasons at the discretion the OC. 1.5 The stabling area must be approved by the Technical Delegate in conjunction with the FEI Chief Steward. 1.6 No Horse may be stabled overnight inside a truck or trailer. Only the Technical Delegate in consultation with the Chief Steward and the FEI Official Veterinaryian Delegate may grant exceptions in extreme circumstances or wet ground conditions in the stable area. Stable arrangements and security are at the discretion of the Organizer and approval of the Technical Delegate. Arrangements must be published with the Prize List. Driving Danielle Aamodt daamodt@usef.org A USEF Licensed Show does not require an FEI Steward, so responsibilities go to the TD. Web: stable security Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 11 of 32

12 DC922 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DC922 Weights and Dimensions [CHAPTER DC-7 CARRIAGES AND HARNESS] DC922 Weights and Dimensions 1. General 1.1 In all Classes, during Dressage, Marathon, and Cones, if the carriage has no brakes, breeching is compulsory. Failure to comply will result in Elimination. In single horse and single pony classes breeching is compulsory. 1.2 No part of a carriage may be wider than the outside Track Width, with the exception of hub caps, mud guards and the Splinter Bar for carriages used in Dressage and Cones. 1.3 The track width of all carriages is measured at ground level on the widest part of the rear wheels. 1.4 Athletes whose carriages do not conform to the required weights or measurements will be eliminated from the relevant Competition. 2. Carriages for Para-Equestrian Driving: 2.1 Carriages suitable for the Athletes with disabilities must be used and carriages for PE Singles may be 2 or 4-wheeled. 2.2 The OC or Technical Delegate may refuse the use of a carriage, but must give the reason for the refusal. 3. Dressage Carriages must comply with the following: For Intermediate and Preliminary levels, the requirement for a groom with a single turnout is at the discretion of the OC. [chart is here] For Intermediate and Preliminary levels, no minimum width is required. At Intermediate and Preliminary levels a groom is not required with a Single. 3.1 The same Carriage must be used for Dressage and Cones for CAI2* (See DC936). 3.2 Artificial extensions to increase the measured width of a Carriage are not permitted in Cones. Driving Danielle Aamodt daamodt@usef.org This rule contradicts several other rules throughout the DC chapters which state that groom requirements for Preliminary and Intermediate divisions are at the discretion of the OC. It was probably meant to be deleted at one point and overlooked. Web: weights and dimensions Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 12 of 32

13 DC928 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DC928 Participation [CHAPTER DC-8 CONDITIONS FOR PARTICIPATION] 928 Participation Para-equestrian athletes are allowed to compete using compensating aids in accordance with their respective degree of disability, with degree of disability as certified by the Federation. See Annex 10 Preliminary and Intermediate exceptions per ADS rules eg no groom required in Dressage for singles, no groom in Dressage or Marathon for VSEs. Driving Danielle Aamodt Delete last sentence, as example does not necessarily apply to Para aids. Also, the groom requirements are at the discretion of the OC, as stated elsewhere in rule book. There is no exception for Para Drivers, they are also subject to the discretion of the OC regarding groom requirements. Web: participation Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 13 of 32

14 DC928 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DC928 Participation [CHAPTER DC-8 CONDITIONS FOR PARTICIPATION] 2. The Athletes and Grooms 2.1 Each Athlete must drive the same Horse(s) in all phases of the Competitions, except where a substitution was decided in compliance with the rules. See DC In National Championships, an Athlete or Groom may compete only once. A driver may compete only one turnout in a USEF National Championship. If a driver wishes to enter more than one turnout in a USEF National Championship class, one hour before the beginning of the scheduled First Horse Inspection ( the jog ), the competitor must declare which of his turnouts is participating in the Championship. Where possible, that entry, and any other entry by the same driver in a different class or division, must compete before the non-championship entry in competition B When participating in a National Championship, Athletes and Grooms with multiple entries must complete the Championship entry before the non-championship entry in Marathon. Accepting multiple entries will be at the discretion of the OC, if scheduling permits Athletes and Grooms competing in a National Championship cannot be part of a turnout in another Marathon Competition held on the same showground For Intermediate and Preliminary levels, the requirement for a Groom with a Single or VSE turnout is at the discretion of the OC. 2.3 Depending on the schedule, an Athlete can compete twice and in addition, he can act as Groom. Athletes can compete more than once as Athlete or Groom, subject to event scheduling requirements. (Exception: Not at a National Championship) 2.4 Groom(s) may participate several times in all competitions, as per The Athlete is the only person allowed to handle the reins, use whip and brake throughout each Competition. Each contravention of this rule, even if to prevent an accident, will result in 20 penalties. However, a Groom may handle the Reins and Brake without penalty in all Competitions provided the Vehicle remains stationary. 2.6 No person may be tied to the Carriage in any way during the Competitions. An Athlete may be secured by rope, webbing or belt provided one end is held by a Groom and not wrapped or fastened to the Carriage in any way. Failure to comply will result in Elimination For Para-Equestrian drivers, in addition refer to Annex An Athlete with disabilities may be attached for support, but must have a method for quick release. 2.7 Substitution of a groom during the Marathon competition is not permitted under any circumstances, and will incur Elimination of the Athlete. 2.8 In Dressage (as part of the test) and Cones, Athletes will be required to salute the Jury, unless time or layout of the Course prevents it. 2.9 Passengers may not ride on the carriage during any competition. Driving Danielle Aamodt daamodt@usef.org Current wording was contradictory: allowed drivers to compete multiple entries (one in the NC & one that is not), but & 2.3 were restricting the same thing. The intent is to allow Athletes/grooms to compete multiple entries at an Event, even if participating in a National Championship. The only restriction is that the Championship entry must compete BEFORE the non-championship entry in Marathon, so there is no unfair advantage. Scheduling availability will be at the discretion of the OC. Further explanation: The Committee tries to benefit multiple shows by spreading out the Driving National Championships to several different events; restricting multiple entries will potentially force OCs to turn away entries when they accept to host a National Championship. Web: participation Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 14 of 32

15 DC944 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DC944 The Course [CHAPTER DC-12 MARATHON] DC947 Times 1. Timetable 1.1 A timetable showing the start of Section A and the time table of each Section, including the compulsory rest, must be drawn up by the OC for the Ground Jury and Technical Delegate. It must be adjusted in the event of unforeseen circumstances and redistributed. 1.2 A timetable showing the starting time for each Athlete on Section A must be provided to the Athletes and the timekeeper at the start of Section A. Running order lists must be provided to all other timekeepers, ground observers and obstacle observers. 2. Times in Sections 2.1 The Time Allowed in all Sections is calculated according to the average speed selected for that Section. 2.2 The Minimum Time in Section A is two minutes less than the Time Allowed. 2.3 The Minimum Time for Section B is three minutes less than the Time Allowed. 2.4 The Time Limit for Section A and Transfer section is the Time Allowed plus 20%. The Time Limit for Section B is twice the Time Allowed. 2.5 At the Advanced Leval an Athlete who exceeds the Time Limit in any section will be Eliminated. For Preliminary and Intermediate level, in the Transfer section, there is no minimum time and the time limit is twice the time allowed Start and finish 4.1 Athletes should be at the start of Section A at least 10 minutes before their published Start Time. 4.2 If an Athlete is not ready to start Section A at his scheduled time, the Timekeeper will start him at the earliest available time at his discretion, and record the actual starting time, which must be reported to the Technical Delegate and President of Jury, for onward transmission to the Scorer, at the earliest opportunity. The Athlete will be penaliszed 0.25 of a penalty per second of the time elapsed between his scheduled start time and the time he was ready to start and he must not be allowed to start less than 2 minutes before the next Athlete s starting time. For the avoidance of doubt, Athletes will not be penalised where the start of Section A is delayed for organiszational reasons. 4.3 Athlete must start each section from the halt with the leading horse behind the line. The Timekeepers will count down to the start time. If an Athlete starts before the Timekeeper gives him the authoriszation, he will be recalled, a new start will be given and the Marathon Time Card will be amended. If the Athlete fails to stop he may be eliminated. A member of the Ground Jury must be made aware of the circumstances as soon as possible. 4.4 The timing of the section ends when the nose of the leading horse has passed the finish line. Section penalties will apply until the whole turnout has passed the finish line. Section penalties will apply until the whole turnout has passed the finish line. Driving Danielle Aamodt daamodt@usef.org 2.5 Additional note is unnecessary, as rule is the same for all divisions / Note corrections to misspellings in 4.2 & 4.3 / 4.4 last line is repeated twice Web: times Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 15 of 32

16 DC944 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DC944 The Course [CHAPTER DC-12 MARATHON] DC944 The Course 1. General 1.1 Maximum Distances and speeds must not be exceeded. 1.2 These speeds may be reduced by the Technical Delegate and the President of Jury in the case of adverse weather or ground conditions. 1.3 In CAI2* and 3* t The Course must consist of two or three Sections. In CAIO4* and above, the Course must consist of three Sections. The distance must be as close to maximum distance as possible for Championships. Driving Danielle Aamodt daamodt@usef.org Removing CAI references and FEI Championship references since they do not apply to USEF licensed competitions. Web: the marathon course Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 16 of 32

17 DC957 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DC957 Obstacles [CHAPTER DC-13 CONES] DC957 Obstacles 1. Cones 1.1 The cones forming an obstacle must be at least 30 cm high and made of indestructible plastic material. A weighted ball must be placed in the hollow on top of the cone, so that it falls down only if the cone is touched. 1.2 All obstacles consisting of a single pair of cones will constitute a single obstacle. 1.3 The obstacle includes cones, red and white markers, numbers and letters. [Delete chart after ] Driving Danielle Aamodt daamodt@usef.org Add an 'S' to 1.3 / CHART UNDER MUST BE DELETED (will be added to DC 958) it is in the wrong section. Web: obstacles Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 17 of 32

18 DC958 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DC 958 Cones Competition Summary [CHAPTER DC-13 CONES] DC 958 Cones Competition Summary 1. Single Obstalces and Open Multiple obstacles Division Class Speed M/min Advanced Serpentine (m) Zig-zag (m) Wave Distance between obstacles (m) Cones Width (cm) Horse Four-in-hand & Unicorn /12 15 Pair and Tandem /10 12 Single /10 12 Para-Eqn /10 12 Pony Four-in-hand & Unicorn /10 12 VSE Pair & Tandem /10 12 Single /10 12 Para-Eqn /10 12 Pair/Multiple Single n/a Standard Cones Settings apply to Preliminary and Intermediate Levels ONLY. Vehicle Track Width Standard Cones Setting Marathon Vehicle Preliminary Intermediate Horse/Pony Singles & Pairs cm 155 cm* 150 cm* Presentation Vehicle *add 10 cm for tandems, unicorns and teams VSE cm 135 cm* 130 cm* All Ponies & Single/Tandem Horses cm 170 cm* 165 cm* Horse Pair cm 180 cm 175 cm Horse Unicorn / Teams cm 200 cm 195 cm *add 10 cm for tandems, unicorns and teams Preliminary & Intermediate - For any and all vehicles that are outside of the above measurements, the cones setting is determined by measuring the carriage at the widest part of the rear wheels and then adding the following clearance: Preliminary Intermediate All Classes All other vehicle track widths 30 cm + track width* 25 cm + track width* VSE 25 cm + track width* 20 cm + track width* *add 10 cm for tandems, unicorns and teams ADS Art Standardized Cones settings Measurements for Closed Multiple obstacles, see Annexes Reduced Cones: The width of up to five single obstacles can be reduced by 5 cm. Such obstacles will be marked differently (color of the cones) Alternative options: A maximum of two single obstacles may offer an alternative single option (See Annex 7) In Exceptional circumstances and in the interests of safety, the Ground Jury in consultation with the Course Designer and the Technical Delegate, may reduce the speed Drive-offs and Winning-Round: the obstacle width may be reduced up to 10 cm at the discretion of the Ground Jury in conjunction with the Course Designer and the Technical Delegate. 2. Single Obstacles and Open Multiple obstacles: [DELETE chart] DC 959 Judging Cones Competition Timing 9.1 Each Athlete will be timed by stopwatch or by an electronic timing device, from the moment the nose of the leading horse crosses the Start Line until the nose of the leading horse crosses the Finish Line but penalties are incurred until the whole turnout has passed the finish line. 9.2 Times must be recorded to hundredths of a second. 9.3 The Time Limit is twice the Time Allowed. Exceeding the Time Limit will incur elimination. 9.4 The Time Allowed is calculated using the following speeds in metres per minute (except for Time Competition, DC ): [DELETE existing chart, replace with...] DIVISION Single or Pair Four-in-hand, Tandem or Unicorn VSE 180 mpm 170 mpm Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 18 of 32

19 Preliminary Intermediate Advanced VSE 180 mpm 170 mpm Horse/Pony 200 mpm 190 mpm VSE 190 mpm 180 mpm Horse/Pony 220 mpm 210 mpm Single Pair or Tandem Four-in-hand or Unicorn Pony 260 mpm 250 mpm 240 mpm 240 mpm Horse 250 mpm 250 mpm Tables for lower levels at ADS Art [DELETE CHART - it was combined above] 9.5 The Penalty for exceeding the time allowed: any time over the time allowed in hundredths of seconds, multiplied by 0.5 Penalties will be calculated to two decimal places.... DC 962 Time Competition 1. Definition In a Time Competition, all penalties (knock-downs, exceeding time, disobedience, etc ) are converted to penalty seconds. 2. Obstacles The Rules concerning the number, type and dimensions of obstacles and the length of the Course must be the same as for a Fault Competition. 3. Pace: [DELETE all existing charts, replace with...] DIVISION Single or Pair Four-in-hand, Tandem or Unicorn Preliminary VSE 180 mpm 170 mpm Horse/Pony 200 mpm 190 mpm VSE 190 mpm 180 mpm Intermediate Horse/Pony 220 mpm 210 mpm Single Pair or Tandem Four-in-hand or Unicorn Pony 260 mpm 250 mpm 240 mpm Advanced Horse 250 mpm 250 mpm 240 mpm Driving Danielle Aamodt daamodt@usef.org This entire chapter had charts pulled from both FEI & ADS rulebooks, but none had been combined into an applicable format for USEF divisions. Speeds and widths were mentioned in odd sections & several ADS divisions that are not USEF recognized were included. To fix this, ALL charts were reformatted, combined or deleted (if not licensed) to make them all applicable. NONE of the widths or speeds were changed - simply all reformatted, so the information can be found in the right place. Web: cones Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 19 of 32

20 DC971 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DC 971 Technical Delegate [CHAPTER DC-14 OFFICIALS] DC971 Technical Delegate 1. Appointment The Technical Delegate must be selected as per the level hereafter: [DELETE CHART] Renumber Driving Danielle Aamodt DELETE Chart, since it is empty and has no use. Web: technical delegate Monday, September 17, :12 PM DC Tracking # Page 20 of 32

21 DR Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 DR Saddlery and Equipment. [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER DR-I DRESSAGE GOVERNING REGULATIONS] DR121. Saddlery and Equipment. Change to read: 15. Horses may only be exercised and ridden in management-designated areas on the competition grounds. Management must post a map in the show office outlining the designated competition grounds where horses may be ridden and exercised. Any restricted areas must also be noted. Dressage Hannah Niebielski HNiebielski@usef.org To clarify existing rule and inform competitors the location of the designated competition grounds. Web: competition grounds Monday, September 17, :12 PM DR Tracking # Page 21 of 32

22 DR129.9 Tracking # Draft #1 Extraordinary 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 Extraordinary Change Reason To achieve consistency across dressage competitions for both eligibility for USEF/USDF regional championships qualifying class requirements and Freestyle classes. USDF already requires a higher score to qualify for regional championships. DR129.9 Musical Freestyle Ride. [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER DR-I DRESSAGE GOVERNING REGULATIONS] DR129.9 Musical Freestyle Ride. Change to read: 9. Except for USEF/USDF Championship classes and for FEI Pony Riders, FEI Junior, FEI Young Rider and FEI Para-Equestrian Freestyles, in order to enter a freestyle class at any level, a horse/rider combination must have received a minimum score of 60% 63% in the highest test of the declared freestyle level or any test of a higher level at a Federation Licensed or FEI recognized Dressage Competition or open Dressage class (i.e. open to all breeds) at a Federation Licensed Competition held prior to the competition where the horse/rider combination is entered to ride a freestyle class. Effective Dressage Hannah Niebielski HNiebielski@usef.org To achieve consistency across dressage competitions for both eligibility for USEF/USDF regional championships qualifying class requirements and Freestyle classes in all other licensed dressage competitions (and classes at competitions run under DR Rules). none Potential Impact Web: musical freestyle ride Monday, September 17, :12 PM DR Tracking # Page 22 of 32

23 DR Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 9/1/2018 6/28/2018 8/27/2018 DR Pony Measurement [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER DR-I DRESSAGE GOVERNING REGULATIONS] DR135 Pony Measurement. Change to read: 15. All Level 3-5 Dressage Competitions and all licensed competitions holding Dressage classes, tests or awards limited to ponies or Dressage Sport Horse Breeding classes, tests or awards limited to ponies are responsible for providing a Federation Measurement Stick, with a metric scale, and a suitable surface for measurements. A suitable surface is defined as a flat, level, hard surface, preferably a concrete slab or paved area. A sheet of plywood is not suitable; however, for competition only measurements, a thick sheet of plywood is permitted if a suitable surface is not available. In addition, these competitions must contract a Dressage Technical Delegate to officiate the competition who is certified by USEF to conduct Dressage pony measurements. GR507 Measurement Surface 1. The measurement surface must be level and under no circumstances should animals be measured on dirt or gravel. A concrete slab or other paved surface is most desirable but, when not available, a sheet of heavy plywood can be used. Exception: plywood may not be used for Dressage or Dressage Sport Horse Breeding measurements. (GR507 does not apply to Dressage pony measurements. See DR135.) Dressage Hannah Niebielski HNiebielski@usef.org Intent: This proposal is in response to an interdepartmental request to clarify that (1) plywood is not a suitable measurement surface for Dressage, and (2) the use of plywood can only result in a competition only measurement as it is an unsuitable surface as listed on page 1 of the USEF Dressage Measurement form. GR507: Note: GR501 clearly states that the rules in Chapter 5 do not apply to measurement of entries in Hunter, Jumper and Welsh Pony Divisions: refer to rules HU For all other measurements, see GR For Combined Driving, see DC930 Appendix A. For Dressage, see DR135. none Potential Impact Web: pony measurement Monday, September 17, :12 PM DR Tracking # Page 23 of 32

24 EV App. 3 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 Credentials Committee name correction [CHAPTER Appendix 3] 2. Definitions When achieved at a National Horse Trials an MER is achieved by completing the entire Horse Trial and scoring. -not more than 50 penalty points in the Dressage Test; and - No jumping penalties at obstacles on the Cross Country Test unless specified otherwise, and not more than 90 seconds (36 penalty points) exceeding the optimum time; and - not more than 16 penalties at obstacles in the Jumping Test. -25 penalty points received for Dangerous Riding will not achieve a National Qualifying result. Exceptions to the qualifications noted below may only be approved by the Credentials/Grading Committee Eventing Shealagh Costello scostello@usef.org Update the name of the Committee to be consistent with the rest of the rulebook Draft 1: No Action Web: committee Driving Monday, September 17, :12 PM EV 0.0 Tracking # Page 24 of 32

25 EV App. 4 Tracking # Draft #1 FEI Rule Change 9/1/2018 6/28/2018 8/27/2018 Appendix 4 [CHAPTER Appendix 4 Eventing- Permitted Saddlery for Dressage ] Appendix 4- Eventing- PERMITTED SADDLERY FOR DRESSAGE See Annex 1 on the USEF website for Bits for National Competitions See attachment. Eventing Shealagh Costello scostello@usef.org To update Appendix 4 for the recently approved FEI saddlery changes Web: bits Monday, September 17, :12 PM EV 0.0 Tracking # Page 25 of 32

26 EV169 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 EV169 and EV170 Officials Chart [CHAPTER EV-6 Rules for Officials ] EV169 National Horse Trials Officials will be appointed by the Organizing Committee according to the different types and level of Competitions and in accordance with the following tables. HORSE TRIALS BN-T M-P INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED REQUIRED OFFICIALS President Only or more President Only or more President Only or more President Only or more GROUND JURY ADDITIONAL JUDGES (if applicable) Minimum USEF r Eventing or equivalent foreign license with a Guest Card Dressage/Jumping: Judges must be selected from the current roster of Eventing, Dressage or Jumping Juges or Eventing Technical Delegate (Jumping only) Minimum USEF r Eventing or equivalent foreign license with a Guest Card Dressage/Jumping: Judges must be selected from the current roster of Eventing, Dressage or Jumping Juges or Eventing Technical Delegate (Jumping only) Minimum USEF R USEF S Eventing or Eventing or equivalent equivalent foreign license foreign license with a Guest with a Guest Card Card Dressage: Judge must be either "R" Eventing or "r" Dressage Judge Jumping: Must be selected from the current roster of Eventing, Jumping or Eventing Technical Delegates Dressage: Judge must be either "S" Eventing or "R" Dressage Judge Jumping: Must be selected from the current roster of Eventing, Jumping or Eventing Technical Delegates TECHNICAL DELEGATE Minimum USEF r Minimum USEF r Minimum USEF R Minimum USEF S CROSS COUNTRY COURSE DESIGNER SHOW JUMPING COURSE DESIGNER Certified Cross Country Designer Minimum USEF r Minimum USEF R Minimum USEF S N/A N/A USEF License (Jumper or Eventing) USEF License (Jumper or Eventing) EV170 National Three-Day Events REQUIRED OFFICIALS GROUND JURY TECHNICAL DELEGATE COURSE DESIGNER ALL LEVELS President and 1 member Minimum USEF r, however President and one member- either PGJ or TD- must be S or R May be r if PGJ is S or R otherwise must be S or R May be r or higher EV171 Ground Jury 1. COMPOSITION AND QUALIFICATIONS. a. At Horse Trials, the Ground Jury may consist only of a President. At Three-Day Events, the Ground Jury must consist of a President and one member. b. A Senior (S) Eventing Judge may officiate at Horse Trials at any level. A Senior judge is required as the Presi- dent of the Ground Jury at an Advanced Horse Trial (see also EV172.2). c. A Registered (R) Eventing Judge may officiate at Horse Trials at the Intermediate level and below. The President of the Ground Jury at an Intermediate Horse Trial must be either a Senior (S) or a Registered (R) Judge (see also EV172.2). d. A recorded (r) Eventing Judge may officiate at Horse Trials at the Preliminary level and below, including as Presi- dent of the Ground Jury, and at any Eventing Test. e. At National Three Day Events, either the President of the Ground Jury or the Technical Delegate must hold a Senior (S) or Registered (R) license. a f. An individual recognized as a judge of Eventing by the FEI or another National Federation may serve on the Ground Jury for a specific competition with the approval of the Federation Eventing Sport Committee. An individual licensed as an eventing judge by another National Federation must obtain a Guest Card (GR ) b g. The following may not serve on the Ground Jury for a particular division: 1. The owner of a horse entered in that division; 2. A competitor entered in that division; 3. A close relative of those mentioned above; 4. Chefs d Equipe whose teams are entered in that division; 5. Instructors or trainers of competitors entered in that division. c h. The following may not serve on the Ground Jury at an Event: 1. The Technical Delegate or the Course Designer of the Event; 2. The Director (Manager) of the competition, or a member of the Director s family. d i. For additional restrictions, refer to General Rules, GR1304 and Chapter GR10, Subchapters 10-C and 10-H. EV172 Additional Judges 1. In addition to the Ground Jury, the Organizing Committee may appoint additional judges to judge the Dressage or Jumping Tests. These judges need not remain after completion of their duties. 2. Additional judges for the Dressage Test must be selected from the current roster of Eventing Judges or Dressage Judges of the Federation. In the case Monday, September 17, :12 PM EV Tracking # Page 26 of 32

27 of an Advanced Horse Trial, they must be either a Senior (S) Eventing Judge or a Registered (R) or higher Dressage Judge. In the case of an Intermediate Horse Trial, they must be either a Registered (R) or higher Eventing Judge or a recorded (r) or higher Dressage Judge. 3. Additional judges for the Jumping Test must be selected from the current roster of Eventing Judges, Eventing Tech- nical Delegates or Jumper Judges, of the Federation All additional judges are subject to the same restrictions as the members of the Ground Jury, see EV171.1c, EV171.1d, and EV171.1e with the exception to EV171.1e, that the Course Designer may serve as an additional judge if currently licensed to do so Guest Cards (see GR ) The provisions of GR1304 notwithstanding, additional judges may officiate at a competition provided that they do not judge any competitor(s) or horse(s) listed in sections of that rule. There are no restrictions on a Judge if a competitor(s) or horses(s) listed in GR participates in the Competition HC. EV173 Technical Delegates 1. QUALIFICATIONS. a. The Technical Delegate must be selected from the current roster of Eventing Technical Delegates of the Feder- ation. For Advanced Horse Trials, the Technical Delegate must have Senior (S) status.for Intermediate Horse Trials, the Technical Delegate must have Registered (R), or higher status. At National Three-Day Events, either the President of the Ground Jury or the Technical Delegate must hold a current, Registered (R) or Senior (S) license. EV175 Course Designers 1. QUALIFICATIONS The Course Designer must be selected from the current roster of Eventing Course Designers of the Federation, or must have received training as a course designer. An individual recognized by the FEI or by another National Feder- ation may serve as the course designer for a specific competition with the approval of the Federation Eventing Sport Committee. A Senior (S) course designer is required for an Advanced Horse Trial. A Registered (R) or higher course designer is required for an Intermediate Horse Trial. A recorded (r) or higher course designer is required for Prelimi- nary and Modified Horse Trials and National Three- Day Events. A Certified Eventing Cross Country Course Designer is required for Beginner Novice, Novice and Training Horse Trials. See SUBCHAPTER 10-I LICENSE APPLICA- TIONS, ENROLLMENT, PROMOTION, AND MAINTENANCE for maintenance requirements for all licenses and certification Eventing Shealagh Costello scostello@usef.org The chart will provide clarifications to the requirement of officials at certain levels Web: officials Monday, September 17, :12 PM EV Tracking # Page 27 of 32

28 HK107 Tracking # Draft #2 Extraordinary 12/1/2018 7/17/2018 8/27/2018 Extraordinary Change Reason This is a safety issue. This will make going to the line up safer. HK107 Requirements for Competitions [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER HK-2. CONDUCT] HK107 Requirements for Competitions 1. In Hackney performance classes when the judge calls for the line up, exhibitors must continue in the second direction to bring their entries to the line up. Judge(s) shall penalize entries that do not comply All futurity classes are unrated classes. Procedures for conduct of futurity classes must be printed in the prize list or the Show Committee may state these classes are run under the same specifications as Federation rated classes UPHA Classic classes are run under the same specifications as Federation Hackney Division rules Ponies are not to be lined up head-to-tail in performance classes. All awards must be made from the lined up position and entries must not be asked to retire to the end of the ring. Classes shown in-hand may be lined up head-to-tail or as directed by the judge It is recommended that competition management offer Amateur Ladies and Amateur Gentlemen s classes qualifying for an Amateur Championship. If an Amateur Lady to Drive class is offered, competition management must also offer an Amateur Gentleman to Drive class as well and vice versa. A Junior Exhibitors class is optional. Hackney Chuck Walker cwalker@usef.org This is a safety issue and this change standardizes the Hackney group with the American Saddlebreds concerning lining up in the show ring. Draft 2: No Action Draft 2: Recommends Approval 08/13/2018 Draft 2: No Web: performance classes Council - Natl Breed & Discipline Draft 2: No Monday, September 17, :12 PM HK Tracking # Page 28 of 32

29 RD105 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/28/2018 8/27/2018 Extraordinary Change Reason To comply with a safety rule already in the Saddlebred chapter for Safety of exhibitors RD105 General [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER RD-2 SHOWING PROCEDURES ] RD105 General 1. Roadsters must enter the ring clockwise at a jog-trot then show at the Road Gait; turn counter clockwise at the jog-trot, show at the Road Gait and then trot at speed. Judges must emphasize that Roadsters are to be shown at three distinct speeds. 2. In Roadster horse and pony performance classes when the judge calls for the line up, exhibitors must continue in a counter-clockwise direction to bring their entries to the line up. Judge(s) shall penalize entries that do not comply It is very important to emphasize that Roadster horses must trot solidly down the straight away as well as around the turns. Horses should be shown on the rail at all times except when passing and should go to the far end of every corner without side reining; should be light mouthed, capable of being taken up at any time, and stand well when being judged in the center of the ring Any driver, rider, horse or pony in the Roadster division exhibiting inappropriate or dangerous behavior or whose actions would in any way threaten the safety of any other exhibitor, their entries or the safety of class officials will be ordered from the ring. (See GR and.12) Performance at all three gaits must be judged. In the event of a workout, entries chosen must be worked both ways of the ring, as in the original routine. Roadster Chuck Walker cwalker@usef.org This rule clarification is to standardize the showing process for safety concerns and comply with SB107.1 concerning horses coming to the line up. The Saddlebred rule states that when called to the line up horses must continue in the same direction to bring their entries to the line up and the Roadster committee feels this is important to include in the Roadster Chapter for the safety of exhibitors. Safety of exhibitors Potential Impact Draft 1: Recommends Approval 08/13/2018 Web: performance classes Council - Natl Breed & Discipline Monday, September 17, :12 PM RD Tracking # Page 29 of 32

30 RD107 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/28/2018 8/27/2018 RD107 Appointments [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER RD-2 SHOWING PROCEDURES] RD107 Appointments 6. Shackles, draw reins, kicking strap, German martingale, or other training devices are prohibited in the competition ring. Roadster Chuck Walker Clarification that a German martingale is a training device and should be prohibited in the competition ring because exhibitors are trying to use this device in the show ring rather than the accepted running martingale. Draft 1: Recommends Approval 08/13/2018 Web: appointments Council - Natl Breed & Discipline Monday, September 17, :12 PM RD Tracking # Page 30 of 32

31 RD112 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 12/1/2018 6/28/2018 8/27/2018 Extraordinary Change Reason Clarify that exhibitors must use a running martingale only and not a German martingale or other prohibited equipment RD112 Roadster Horse Under Saddle [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER RD-3 CLASS SPECIFICATIONS] RD112 Roadster Horse Under Saddle 1. To be shown under English saddle, running martingale, open bridle with snaffle bit, single or double rein. Protective boots are allowed on front feet. Roadster Chuck Walker cwalker@usef.org This change is to clarify the use of a running martingale rather than a German martingale or other prohibited equipment in the competition ring. Clarify the use of the correct equipment in the show ring. Potential Impact Draft 1: Recommends Approval 08/13/2018 Web: appointments Council - Natl Breed & Discipline Monday, September 17, :12 PM RD Tracking # Page 31 of 32

32 WD121 Tracking # Draft #1 Rule Clarification 9/1/2018 6/19/2018 8/27/2018 WD121 Tack [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER WD-5 APPOINTMENTS] 3. Curb Bit: There is no discrimination against any standard Western bit. a. A standard Western bit is defined as having a shank with a maximum length ov erall of 8 1/2 (215.9 mm). The mouthpiece will consist of a metal bar 5/16 (7.9 mm) to 3/ mm) in diameter as measured one inch in from the shank. The bars may be inlaid but must be smooth or latex wrapped. (The bars may be encased in smooth 5/16 (7.9 mm) to 3/4 (19.05 mm) in diameter tubular barrels that rotate around the bars). Nothing may protrude above or below the mouthpiece (bar) such as extensions, prongs or rivets designed to intimidate the horse. Rollers attached to the center of the bit are acceptable, and may extend below the bar. Jointed mouthpieces are acceptable and may consist of two or three pieces and may have one or two joints. A three piece mouthpiece may include a connecting ring of 1 ¼ inch ( mm) or less in diameter or a connecting flat bar of 3/8 to ¾ inch (9.5mm mm) measured top to bottom with a maximum length of 2 (50 mm), which lies flat in the mouth, or a roller or port as described herein. The port must be no higher than 3 ½ inches(88.9 mm) maximum with roller(s) and covers acceptable. Jointed mouthpieces, half-breeds and spade bits are standard. Wire on the braces (above the bars and attaching to the spade) of a traditional spade bit is acceptable. b. Reins must be attached to each shank. c. Curb chains or straps are required with curb bits. 1. Curb chains or straps Must be flat and must be at least ½ inch (12.7 mm) in width and lie flat against the jaw of the horse. 2. May have leather or nylon adjustable straps connecting the buckle to the chain 3. No wire, rawhide, metal or other substance can be used in conjunction with or as part of the flat leather chin strap or curb chain. 4. Round, rolled, braided or rawhide curb straps are prohibited. d. A slobber guard on a curb bit is permitted. e. Rein chains with a spade bit are allowed. WDAA Nicole Zerbee nzerbee@usef.org To clarify that curb chains and straps may have leather or nylon buckle straps and align with the information depicted in the Western Dressage Equipment Guide. Exhibitors will not be disqualified for using curb chains or straps of this kind. Draft 1: Recommends Approval 08/13/2018 Web: curb chains Council - Natl Breed & Discipline Monday, September 17, :12 PM WD Tracking # Page 32 of 32