Mounting blocks for disabled riders

Horse Mounting Blocks Martello Plastics have now designed a range of portable mounting blocks used by single riders at shows or in the yar but the majority of our blocks are purchased and used by RDA groups (Riding For The Disabled ) from riders that may need some assistance to mount through to larger blocks where helpers can manoeuvre a disabled rider onto a platform to mount safely and. The creative design team at Martello Plastics Limited have now developed a range of portable mounting blocks that can easily be used by single riders. A branch of the Riding for the Disabled charity needed a wider mounting block to allow two people to help the rider if necessary, instead of only one. You have just found the UK’s largest stock-holder for Classic’s Mounting Blocks – for the BEST prices anywhere in the UK.

New mounting blocks have been installed by Highways England either side of the Chilworth Drove bridge to allow horse riders to easily dismount and safely use the bridge with their horses. For the individual rider with the average sized horse we offer mounting steps which give you a little extra height in contrast to mounting from the floor. We recommend that large yards with. A mounting block should be part of every center that does not have a ramp.

Mounting using a block is better for horses, saddles and your backs. It also encourages a rider to be more independent getting into the saddle, and the walk up a properly constructed block is itself therapeutic. Martello horse riders mounting blocks enable riders to mount horses easily and safely. We have produced many hundreds of mounting blocks over the last years – some of which are still in use today! These mounting blocks are weather resistant, rot proof, and require no painting or maintenance and are easy to clean.

Disabled Riders We provide the opportunity for people with a wide range of disabilities to enjoy horse riding in a safe and fun environment. We have a range of experienced and trained horses and ponies, whose nature and character are ideally suited to meet the additional needs of disabled riders. A selection of mounting blocks to suit every budget and situation. Older Riders About us Our community has been around for many years and pride ourselves on offering unbiase critical discussion among people of all different backgrounds.

Heavier blocks are sturdier, but harder to move, while you can carry a plastic mounting block just about anywhere. Having a few different blocks on hand is useful. Save yourself and your horse some strain with a mounting block. Mounting blocks made to order Either open blocks or storage blocks. Can be made or step depending on requirements.

Price varies on amount of steps required. Also known as mounting blocks these are portable steps made of plastic with non-skid material on each step. These are fine for individuals who have close to normal mobility but suffer from other disabilities. Older riders or riders with knee and ankle injuries benefit from this mounting system so they do not injure themselves. HAZARDS CONTROL MEASURES SEVERITY Mounting - Climbing on to Block And Dismounting - Slipping off block Riding - Ba.

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Premium Step Tread Industrial B. Does Your Mounting Ramp Meet ADA Standards? The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which became law Jan. As a committee member on a local RDA group one of our issues a finding a suitable affordable mounting block.

In the indoor school we have a large green step block. Hi, we hope you enjoy looking around New Rider. Download the easy directions in our FREE How to Build a Mounting Block report!

This homemade mounting block has a simple supply list and is the perfect project for beginners. Make this mounting block your next 4-H project, or give the plans to the teenage. We have disabled toilet facilities and mounting blocks.

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