Section 11.04.01.654 - PADDOCK JUDGEThe Paddock Judge is in charge of the paddock.
01.Horses. The Paddock Judge must check all horses for each race.02.Records. The Paddock Judge must keep a record of equipment carried by horses in races under the Paddock Judge's jurisdiction and he may not permit any change in equipment not authorized by the Stewards.03.Shod. The Paddock Judge must determine that horses in the paddock are properly shod and report any irregularities to the Stewards.04.Bandages. The Paddock Judge and the Commission Veterinarian must inspect bandages on horses prior to the participation in a race. They may order removal and replacement of bandages. They must report any indications of fraud in the type of bandages or other equipment to the Stewards.05.Commands. The Paddock Judge issues the command "RIDERS UP" and the order to proceed to the post parade.06.Conduct. The Paddock Judge is responsible for the conduct of all persons in the paddock and all irregularities in conduct must be reported to the Stewards.07.Paddock Safety. The Paddock Judge is responsible for safety in the paddock and for safety reasons may limit the number of people allowed in the paddock area.Idaho Admin. Code r. 11.04.01.654