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Animals: rules 47–58

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Rule 49

Safety equipment. Children under the age of 14 MUST wear a helmet which complies with the Regulations. It MUST be fastened securely. Other riders should also follow these requirements. These requirements do not apply to a child who is a follower of the Sikh religion while wearing a turban. Laws H(PHYR)A sect 1 & H(PHYR)R reg 3

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