PURPOSE: This rule sets forth the duties of the horse identifier.

1. (1) The horse identifier shall—

   1. (A) Inspect each horse prior its departure from the paddock to the post to confirm the horse’s proper identity, by means of its tattoo number and other means; and
   2. (B) Report to the stewards any horse not properly identified or whose foal papers are not in conformity with these rules.

AUTHORITY: section 313.540, RSMo 1986.* Original rule filed Oct. 3, 1986, effective Jan. 12, 1987.

*Original authority: 313.540, RSMo 1986.