Please contact Linda Skinner [email protected] for any queries or information regarding Helmet tagging, including upcoming dates and becoming a Helmet Tagger.

Helmet tagging is mandatory for all EA Affiliated Eventing competitions.

Equestrian NSW Tagging Times and Days

Frequently Asked Questions 

Do I have to replace my helmet after 5 years?

EA standards do not mandate helmet replacement after 5 years (Manufacturers do recommend replacement of helmets older than 5 years however, that is not an EA requirement, onus is on the rider)

What are helmet taggers checking?

Helmet taggers are only checking compliance of the helmet against EA Standards, not condition, age or any other factors.  An approved helmet is one than meets the EA Standards.

Why would the colour of the tag change?

The colour of the tag will only change if EA Standards change

Can I get my helmet tagged when I purchase the helmet?

If helmets are being tagged at an outlet/franchise (eg. Horseland) this must be done by an approved EA Tagger

Does the Helmet Tagger need to be an EA member?

Being an EA member is preferred, however it is understood some OC members are not EA members and this can be looked at on a case-by-case basis.

What disciplines and when helmet tagging is mandatory?
o Helmet tagging is mandatory for all EA Affiliated Eventing competitions,
o From 1 January 2022, mandatory for all EA Affiliated Jumping events.
o From 1 July 2022, mandatory for all EA Affiliated Dressage, Driving and Endurance events.

Where can participants get their helmets tagged?

By appointment at the Equestrian NSW Office at SIEC Horsley Park - (excluding Public Holidays), phone 02 9620 2660 or email [email protected] 

 Helmet Standards 

Helmet Tagger Agreement

Current Helmet Taggers -