Farm & Stable Evaluator Checklist

Facilities & Infrastructure0/8

Stalls are clean, well-bedded, and appropriately sizedEach stall should be at least 12x12 ft for average horses, with dry bedding and proper drainage.
Adequate ventilation in all barn areasWindows, fans, or open designs prevent respiratory issues from dust and ammonia.
Safe and secure fencing around all paddocks and pasturesNo broken boards, exposed wire, or leaning posts. Fencing appropriate for horses.
Functional water supply in all areasClean, unfrozen water available in barn, paddocks, and pastures. Automatic waterers checked daily.
Dry, level footing in high-traffic areasMud management in gates, walkways, and dry lots. Proper drainage installed.
Adequate lighting in barn, aisles, and paddock entrancesWork lights in aisle, stall lights, exterior lighting for safety.
Safe and accessible tack roomOrganized, dry, with adequate ventilation. Helmets and safety equipment stored properly.
Feed storage is secure, dry, and pest-freeFeed bins sealed, hay stored off the ground, rodent control measures in place.

Up-to-date vaccination records for all horsesAnnual boosters on schedule. Deworming protocol followed.
Regular farrier visits (every 6-8 weeks)Hoof trimming/shoeing on schedule. No cracked or overgrown hooves.
First aid kit is stocked and accessibleIncludes wound care, bandages, thermometers, emergency contacts. Checked quarterly.
Sick/isolation area availableSeparate stall or area to quarantine new or sick horses from the herd.
Body condition scores monitored regularlyHorses scored 1-9 scale monthly. Feed adjusted accordingly.
Dental care on schedule (annual float)Equine dentist or vet floats teeth yearly. Signs of dental issues addressed promptly.

Fire extinguishers available and inspectedAt least one per barn aisle, checked annually, accessible location.
Emergency evacuation plan postedWritten plan with assigned roles. Evacuation route clearly marked. Trailer access maintained.
No trip hazards in barn aisles and walkwaysAisles clear of clutter, hoses coiled, equipment stored properly.
Hazmat stored safely (medications, chemicals)Locked storage, proper labels, MSDS sheets available.
Electrical wiring is safe and up to codeNo exposed wires, GFCI outlets near water sources, proper conduit in barn.

Balanced diet appropriate for each horse's workloadForage-first approach, concentrates as needed. Feeding rates reviewed quarterly.
Feed quality checked regularlyNo mold, dust, or contamination. Hay tested annually for nutritional content.
Feeding schedule is consistentSame times daily. No sudden diet changes. Slow feeders used where appropriate.
Electrolytes and salt availableFree-choice salt block or loose salt. Electrolytes supplemented during heavy work or heat.
Body weight measured regularlyWeight tape or scale used monthly. Feed amounts adjusted to maintain ideal body condition.

Daily turnout schedule followedHorses turned out appropriate hours daily. Weather considerations noted.
Barn cleaned daily (stalls, aisles, wash rack)Stalls mucked at least twice daily. Aisles swept or blown.
Horse records are maintainedHealth records, training logs, and performance notes kept up-to-date.
Staff/training is currentAll handlers trained in horse safety, emergency procedures, and proper equipment use.
Pest control measures in placeFlies, mosquitoes, and rodents managed. Manure removed from barn area daily.

Stalls are clean, well-bedded, and appropriately sizedEach stall should be at least 12x12 ft for average horses, with dry bedding and proper drainage.
Adequate ventilation in all barn areasWindows, fans, or open designs prevent respiratory issues from dust and ammonia.
Safe and secure fencing around all paddocks and pasturesNo broken boards, exposed wire, or leaning posts. Fencing appropriate for horses.
Functional water supply in all areasClean, unfrozen water available in barn, paddocks, and pastures. Automatic waterers checked daily.
Dry, level footing in high-traffic areasMud management in gates, walkways, and dry lots. Proper drainage installed.
Adequate lighting in barn, aisles, and paddock entrancesWork lights in aisle, stall lights, exterior lighting for safety.
Safe and accessible tack roomOrganized, dry, with adequate ventilation. Helmets and safety equipment stored properly.
Feed storage is secure, dry, and pest-freeFeed bins sealed, hay stored off the ground, rodent control measures in place.

Up-to-date vaccination records for all horsesAnnual boosters on schedule. Deworming protocol followed.
Regular farrier visits (every 6-8 weeks)Hoof trimming/shoeing on schedule. No cracked or overgrown hooves.
First aid kit is stocked and accessibleIncludes wound care, bandages, thermometers, emergency contacts. Checked quarterly.
Sick/isolation area availableSeparate stall or area to quarantine new or sick horses from the herd.
Body condition scores monitored regularlyHorses scored 1-9 scale monthly. Feed adjusted accordingly.
Dental care on schedule (annual float)Equine dentist or vet floats teeth yearly. Signs of dental issues addressed promptly.

Fire extinguishers available and inspectedAt least one per barn aisle, checked annually, accessible location.
Emergency evacuation plan postedWritten plan with assigned roles. Evacuation route clearly marked. Trailer access maintained.
No trip hazards in barn aisles and walkwaysAisles clear of clutter, hoses coiled, equipment stored properly.
Hazmat stored safely (medications, chemicals)Locked storage, proper labels, MSDS sheets available.
Electrical wiring is safe and up to codeNo exposed wires, GFCI outlets near water sources, proper conduit in barn.

Balanced diet appropriate for each horse's workloadForage-first approach, concentrates as needed. Feeding rates reviewed quarterly.
Feed quality checked regularlyNo mold, dust, or contamination. Hay tested annually for nutritional content.
Feeding schedule is consistentSame times daily. No sudden diet changes. Slow feeders used where appropriate.
Electrolytes and salt availableFree-choice salt block or loose salt. Electrolytes supplemented during heavy work or heat.
Body weight measured regularlyWeight tape or scale used monthly. Feed amounts adjusted to maintain ideal body condition.

Daily turnout schedule followedHorses turned out appropriate hours daily. Weather considerations noted.
Barn cleaned daily (stalls, aisles, wash rack)Stalls mucked at least twice daily. Aisles swept or blown.
Horse records are maintainedHealth records, training logs, and performance notes kept up-to-date.
Staff/training is currentAll handlers trained in horse safety, emergency procedures, and proper equipment use.
Pest control measures in placeFlies, mosquitoes, and rodents managed. Manure removed from barn area daily.