Making Momentum CIC Cleaning Procedures 

At Making Momentum we understand stables, equipment and horses require a cleaning procedure to maintain a healthy environment for horses, prevent the spread of diseases, and ensure the well-being of the animals and staff. The aim of this procedure is to ensure the following; 

A clean environment 

Health and Hygiene: 

Regular cleaning removes manure, urine, and contaminated bedding, which can harbor pathogens and parasites that cause diseases.  

Disease Prevention: 

A clean stable reduces the risk of disease outbreaks and helps prevent the spread of infections among horses.  

Animal Welfare: 

A clean and well-maintained stable provides a comfortable and safe environment for horses to rest and spend time in.  

Odour Control: 

Regular cleaning helps to eliminate unpleasant odors that can arise from the accumulation of waste.  

Insects and Pests: 

A clean stable reduces the attraction of insects and pests, which can be a nuisance for both horses and stable owners.  

Mucking out: 

Mucking out involves removing all wet bedding and droppings and replacing it with fresh bedding 

Clean Tack 

Preventing Leather Damage: 

Dirt, sweat, and grime can damage leather over time, leading to cracking, dryness, and deterioration of the tack.  

Maintaining Comfort: 

Cleaning tack ensures that the horse and rider are comfortable during rides. Dirty tack can cause rubs, sores, and discomfort where it meets the horse's skin.  

Safety Checks: 

Regular cleaning provides an opportunity to thoroughly inspect the tack for any signs of wear, damage, or loose stitching, which could compromise safety during a ride.  

Hygiene: 

Cleaning tack helps to remove sweat, bacteria, and other contaminants that can build up and cause skin irritations or health issues for the horse.  

Appearance: 

While not the primary reason, clean tack also looks better and can be a point of pride for riders and create a good professional impression for clients.  

Extend Life: 

Regular cleaning and maintenance can extend the lifespan of your tack. 

Clean Horses 

Health and Hygiene: 

Prevents skin problems: Grooming removes dirt, dust, and dead hair, which can prevent skin conditions like thrush, scratches, and rain rot.  

Stimulates circulation: Brushing and currying stimulate blood flow to the skin, promoting healthy skin and coat.  

Reduces chafing: Grooming ensures the horse's coat is clean, reducing the risk of chafing or sores under tack.  

Early detection of health issues: Grooming provides an opportunity to check for cuts, swelling, heat, lameness, or changes in temperament, which could indicate illness or injury.  

Appearance: 

Enhances coat: Grooming helps to remove dirt and debris, revealing the horse's natural coat sheen.  

Improves overall look: A well-groomed horse looks and feels healthier and more presentable.  

Bonding and Handling: 

Strengthens the relationship: Grooming is a bonding experience that can help create a positive relationship between horse and handler.  

Facilitates handling: A well-groomed horse is more comfortable to handle and ride.  

Other Benefits: 

Removes sweat and debris: Grooming after a ride helps to remove sweat and debris, which can cause discomfort and skin problems.  

Massage: Grooming can act as a massage, which can help to relax muscles and improve circulation.  

Natural behavior: Horses naturally groom each other in a herd, and grooming can be a way to provide this social interaction for stabled horses 

Daily Cleanliness Tasks 

Mucking Out 

Checking Waterers for soiling 

Grooming horse before and after work 

Perfunctory groom of horses not in work 

Scrubbing feed buckets 

Sweep feed room 

Clean tack that has been in use 

Sweep and tidy aisle and work areas 

Check and clean toilets and handwash facilities 

Weekly Cleanliness Tasks 

Groom horses not in work thoroughly 

Empty and clean stable waterers 

Empty and clean feed bins when new feeds are introduced 

Wash tails and legs, apply pig oil in winter 

Apply hoof treatments 

Harrow arena 

Walk fields and litter pick/weed 

Deep Clean toilets 

Change towels 

Change used numnahs and saddle cloths 

Dispose of rubbish 

Monthly Cleanliness Tasks 

Clean Storage areas 

Move and clean behind feed bins 

Weed arena 

Tidy feed and haylage store 

Clean field waterers 

Seasonal Cleanliness Tasks 

Rugs for mending, laundry and reproofing 

Empty and disinfect stables  

Sanitise grooming kits 

Bath horses during warm weather 

Sort, clean and tidy storage areas 

Tasks will be assigned by directors in line with team capacity and workload