Bloodstock and Equine Insurance Workshop

One full-day

This interactive workshop will develop delegates’ knowledge of the bloodstock market (racing and breeding) and general equine insurance requirements. It will look at covers available within the marketplace along with their exclusions and limitations.

The workshop will be highly interactive with delegate participation and engagement throughout.

Summary

Dates: Optional

Timings: 09:30 - 16:30 (UK)

 Duration: One full-day

 No of attendees: 12-16

Format: Online - Interactive virtual delivery

CPD: Recognised 

Trainer: Sarah Godfrey

Workshop Overview

The workshop will cover:

• Background to the equine species
• Types of breeds, colours and their uses
• Age classification for bloodstock
• Basic anatomy
• Diseases and conditions of the horse
• Bloodstock territories
• Thoroughbred breeding and values
• Underwriting considerations for bloodstock
• Bloodstock cover, extensions and exclusions
• Underwriting considerations for horses and ponies
• Equine insurance cover, exclusions, extensions and limitations
• Veteran Cover
• The claims process

What will I achieve by attending the workshop? 

By the end of the workshop delegates will be able to:

• Explain the background and development of the equine and bloodstock industry
• Describe the basis anatomy of the equine species
• Understand common ailments and their impact on insurance
• List the underwriting considerations for bloodstock risks
• Explain the features and benefits of a bloodstock insurance policy and the extensions of cover available
• Understand how the class of use impacts on the premium for horse and pony policies
• Describe the cover offered under a general equine policy and the extensions of cover offered
• Recognise the key differences in the cover offered for veteran horses and ponies
• Explain the claims process

Who should attend?

This course has been designed for delegates with who are new to bloodstock and equine insurance or those with a hands-on involvement.

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