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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".07" citation="COMAR 15.16.01.07" title_num="15" subtitle_num="16" chapter_num="01" heading="Licensing Requirements.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>Compliance with General and Special Requirements. Each person issued an operator's license shall comply with the:</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>General requirements under §B; and</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Special requirements under §C for the particular class for which that person is licensed.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>General Requirements.</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>The Stable and Area In and Around the Stable. The licensed operator shall ensure that:</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>Each horse under his control is provided shelter, and that the shelter is:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>Clean,</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>Dry,</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(iii)">
          <text>Well-ventilated, but not drafty,</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(iv)">
          <text>Able to afford horses protection in inclement weather,</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(v)">
          <text>Neat and orderly, and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(vi)">
          <text>Sturdy and in good repair;</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>Adequate measures are taken in and around the stable to:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>Prevent excessive manure accumulation, and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>Control flies and rodents;</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(c)">
        <text>All fences used to confine horses are sturdy and in good repair;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(d)">
        <text>Each stall occupied by a horse:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>Is cleaned regularly, and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>Has a bedding of regularly changed straw, shavings, or other suitable material, sufficient enough to maintain the horse in a clean and dry condition;</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(e)">
        <text>All tools used to clean and maintain the stable and its immediate area are properly stored when not in use.</text>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Other Areas. The licensed operator shall ensure that other areas under the operator's control where horses are confined, exhibited, exercised, or permitted to be ridden, are free of hazards.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>Food and Water. The licensed operator shall ensure that:</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>Each horse under his control is provided adequate food, water, and salt;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>These items are provided in suitable containers; and</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(c)">
        <text>The food is:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>Of good quality, free of molds and other contaminates, supplying all the needed nutrients, to maintain a horse depending on its age, reproductive status, level of exercise, and geographic location, and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>Properly stored so as to maintain its quality.</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(4)">
      <text>Health Care. The licensed operator shall ensure that:</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>Each horse under his control receives:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>Regular routine care, including but not limited to worming, dental, and foot care, and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>Immediate attention, care, or treatment if it becomes sick, injured, or lame;</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>Basic first aid supplies are maintained in good order;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(c)">
        <text>A licensed veterinarian examines a horse, if the Board requires an examination; and</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(d)">
        <text>A horse not be ridden or driven if the caring veterinarian advises against it.</text>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>Special Requirements.</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>Boarding Stable Class. A person who has been issued an operator's license in this class shall comply with the general requirements outlined in §A of this regulation.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Rescue or Sanctuary Class. A person who has been issued an operator’s license in this class shall comply with the general requirements outlined in §A of this regulation.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>Lesson or Rental Class. A person who has been issued an operator's license in this class shall, in addition to the general requirements outlined in §A of this regulation, comply with the following:</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>That each horse receives the rest and sustenance it needs each working day, given its age, condition, and the type of activity it performs;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>That each horse tacked and awaiting use has its girths loosened, is protected from the weather, and is not tied to the bit;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(c)">
        <text>That a horse may not be used for riding or driving purposes if the horse is unfit;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(d)">
        <text>That tack and related equipment:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>Is clean,</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>Is in sound condition, and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(iii)">
          <text>Cannot by its adjustment cause physical pain or injury to a horse;</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(e)">
        <text>That hoof picks, brushes, curry combs, and other grooming equipment are readily available, clean, and usable;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(f)">
        <text>That any wagon used is in good condition and that its:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>Axles are well greased, and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>Brakes are operating.</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>