Title: Prepare a facility plan.
Course: Equine Science, Advanced (18104-II) > Section: Managing the Stable

Preparation of a facility plan should include

- stall sizes
- stall construction characteristics
- location of a barn and reasons for selecting the location
- storage space requirements
- requirements for feed, bedding, and water
- fencing
- water sources.

Teacher Resource:

- Non-Business Related Transportation of Horses, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation

Process/Skill Questions:

- How is the size of a stall determined?
- What are important factors to consider when selecting the location for a barn?
- What are the types of fencing that are appropriate for horses?
- What is USDA APHIS, and what is its relevance to horse transport?
- How should we incorporate the five domains when creating a new facility or improving an existing facility?