Rule 47 : Safety & Compliance for Horse - Drawn Vehicles
COMPLIANCE AND MAINTENANCE
Adhere to the DfT Code of Practice
Mandatory Safety Checks
All horse - drawn vehicles used on highways must be operated and maintained according to the standards set by the Department for Transport's Code of Practice .
The Code of Practice includes a comprehensive list of safety checks to verify that the carriage and all its fittings are in good working order .
THE ROAD DRIVING ASSESSMENT
Complete a Road Driving Assessment
Verified Equipment Safety
Operators must undergo a specific assessment to prove they meet the necessary driving and safety standards required for road use .
The assessment ensures that every component of the carriage is safe for the horse , the driver , and other road users .
PROFESSIONAL LICENSING
Local Authority Licencing
Passenger - Carrying Services
Local Authorities may mandate that operators meet all Road Driving Assessment standards before granting a license .
Commercial operators wishing to transport passengers must meet these specific safety benchmarks to obtain their legal license to operate .