THE Western Australia Horse Council (WAHC) has launched what it hopes will be a landmark survey on road safety for horses.

The comprehensive survey will be open until the end of March and is aimed at improving road safety for horses and their riders.

The survey is hosted on Google forms and invites members of the equestrian community and the general public to share their experiences and suggestions regarding the coexistence of horses and vehicular traffic on Western Australia’s roads.

Road safety for horses is a critical issue that affects not just horse riders, but also drivers and pedestrians.

With an increasing number of incidents involving horses on roads, the WAHC is taking a proactive approach to understand the challenges and develop effective strategies for safer shared road use.

The survey is designed to gather detailed information about incidents involving horses on the road, opportunities for collaboration with local government authorities and organisations, perceived challenges by horse riders and road users, and effective measures to enhance safety for horses, their riders and drivers.

The WAHC encourages all community members, equestrian enthusiasts, and road users to participate in this important survey.

Community feedback is invaluable and will play a key role in shaping the future of road safety for horses in Western Australia.

To participate, please visit the google form here and for any further questions email horsecouncilwa@gmail.com