A conservative boundary

Stop & Tell

Stop & Tell

A pause can be the most responsible action.

The app cannot decide whether someone or a pony is safe to continue. It presents conservative reasons to stop, separate from activity and ask the appropriate responsible person for help.

A caregiver and young rider choose a calm pause with a pony.
A caregiver and young rider choose a calm pause with a pony.

Damaged safety equipment

Set it aside and speak to a competent adult.

Uncontrolled environment

Step away from the active area and seek direction.

Persistent pony distress

Pause activity and ask an experienced person or professional.

Rider unable to continue

Support the rider and hand over to the responsible adult.

Suspected illness or injury

Do not use the app for diagnosis or clearance.

Unsafe footing

Follow current local judgement and site direction.

Vehicle conflict

Separate people and ponies from moving vehicles.

Missing competent supervision

Do not treat the app as a replacement for supervision.

Emergency boundary

For urgent danger or a medical, animal-welfare or emergency concern, use the appropriate real-world emergency and professional channels.

Gatewise Mangakawa has no live emergency contact, dispatch, messaging or alert capability.