Pukekohe HUMP day

[Thomass]

Very poor show from Pukekohe allowing the crossing to become a H & S issue resulting in ARBY losing it's rider after attempting to jump it.

Hampered 4 other horses in doing so, not to mention the dangers of a riderless horse and in a prestigious race.

The side on trackside camera showed a distinct sharp rise and fall and certainly not level to the rest of the track as required.

Crossings are hugely problematic and if Auckland Racing are serious about safety they should seriously contemplate a tunnel instead of a HUMP

Here's an NZTR guideline that references "LEVEL"...which it clearly aint

"Crossings must be consistent with the course proper in terms of surface levels, camber/crossfalls, surface hardness, profile/depth, and visual appearance so that horses are not put off stride when approaching, crossing and exiting the Crossing.

Prior to each race meeting any build up of material on the Crossing must be removed and the crossing leveled to ensure a consistent surface free of ridges and depressions. Miniu venue guideline standards – fifth edition septeber 2013 9 All course proper track crossings must be covered with grass on race day, unless the local RIU Stipendiary Steward has granted dispensation.

It is important that the grass used to cover the crossings has a reasonable length to it rather than being lawn mower clippings. The grass must be spread from the running rail out for at least six meters.

During the race day the crossing will require ongoing maintenance including raking and in some cases replacement grass added. On race days when the crossing is used as a vehicle crossing, a higher level of maintenance will be required."

[Doomed]

I did notice during one race that the crossing was significantly raised above the rest of the track. I thought at the time it looked a bit suspect. I hadn't realised that was what caused the fall.

[Pete Lane]

2 hours ago, Thomass said:

Very poor show from Pukekohe allowing the crossing to become a H & S issue resulting in ARBY losing it's rider after attempting to jump it.

Hampered 4 other horses in doing so, not to mention the dangers of a riderless horse and in a prestigious race.

The side on trackside camera showed a distinct sharp rise and fall and certainly not level to the rest of the track as required.

Crossings are hugely problematic and if Auckland Racing are serious about safety they should seriously contemplate a tunnel instead of a HUMP

Here's an NZTR guideline that references "LEVEL"...which it clearly aint

"Crossings must be consistent with the course proper in terms of surface levels, camber/crossfalls, surface hardness, profile/depth, and visual appearance so that horses are not put off stride when approaching, crossing and exiting the Crossing.

Prior to each race meeting any build up of material on the Crossing must be removed and the crossing leveled to ensure a consistent surface free of ridges and depressions. Miniu venue guideline standards – fifth edition septeber 2013 9 All course proper track crossings must be covered with grass on race day, unless the local RIU Stipendiary Steward has granted dispensation.

It is important that the grass used to cover the crossings has a reasonable length to it rather than being lawn mower clippings. The grass must be spread from the running rail out for at least six meters.

During the race day the crossing will require ongoing maintenance including raking and in some cases replacement grass added. On race days when the crossing is used as a vehicle crossing, a higher level of maintenance will be required."

How come all the other horses that raced over it didn't dislodge their rider?

[Doomed]

15 minutes ago, Pete Lane said:

How come all the other horses that raced over it didn't dislodge their rider?

I suppose its the same as when you get a slippery track and one horse falls over and they abandon the meeting. It only takes one.

[curious]

How many have to die for a track to be deemed unsafe and in blatant breach of the venue preparation guidelines?

[Thomass]

1 hour ago, Doomed said:

I did notice during one race that the crossing was significantly raised above the rest of the track. I thought at the time it looked a bit suspect. I hadn't realised that was what caused the fall.

It looks as if the horse suddenly noticed the different surface then it's certainly not ideal if the level is uneven when coming down

The inside horses also appeared to rise more than the outside

[Thomass]

1 hour ago, Pete Lane said:

How come all the other horses that raced over it didn't dislodge their rider?

Good input, you should post more often

[Thomass]

15 minutes ago, curious said:

How many have to die for a track to be deemed unsafe and in blatant breach of the venue preparation guidelines?

That crossing in the back straight at Trentham looks dodgy as well

[Pete Lane]

1 hour ago, Thomass said:

Good input, you should post more often

It was an intentionally ridiculous question to a ridiculous subject.

You have way too much time on your hands.

[Murray Fish]

1 hour ago, Pete Lane said:

It was an intentionally ridiculous question to a ridiculous subject.

how is is a ridiculous thread? 

 

perhaps I'm over sensitive what with personally know riders who have been killed and way to many that are crimpled for life!