Safety issue

Although our animals are used to many things and are kind, it is good to remember that they have species-specific characteristics and natural instincts may guide them to act in a certain way. Let the animals become interested in you.
Do not scare them by running after them, but let them come to you.
Loud noises also scare animals. They have much more sensitive hearing than we humans.

• Climbing the farm fences is dangerous and therefore prohibited. The wires that run around the enclosures carry harmless but unpleasant electricity, so you should be careful of them. Do not throw sticks or stones, so as not to harm animals or other people.
• Do not pick up animals without permission!
• If an animal leaves you, let it go. Do not chase!
• Do not feed animals without permission.

Please note that our toilets do not meet special requirements for accessibility or childcare.

We do not compensate for damage caused by animals to humans, other animals or property. Children can be guided to approach animals without unnecessary fear, but still with normal caution.

The administrators and responsible persons are responsible for monitoring public safety, planning and providing instructions, reporting and monitoring accidents and near-miss situations.

• The exits in the social area are marked with exit signs
• A first aid kit is in the social area
• There is a powder extinguisher and a fire blanket in the social area
• There are identification boards on the farm for accident situations: one is on the wall of the stable, the other is in the social area

• You must not run or shout in the area, as the animal may get scared or panic and react unpredictably.
• You must be considerate with the animals and behave calmly so that the animals do not defend themselves by scratching or biting if they get scared.
• The territory of all animals on the farm must be respected.
• Do not enter the yard, chicken coops or pens without permission.
• Animal pens may have electricity, so do not touch the fences.
• Do not bring your own pets into the area without permission.
• If you have small children with you, make sure they do not go too close to the animals alone.
• Do not feed the animals anything.
• Watch where you step, as the animals dig holes and shape the ground to suit their own needs. suitable and may sleep in surprising places
• When driving to the farm area, drive slowly, as there are animals and children on the road and in the area
• Leave your car in the parking area
• Do not use campfire / barbecue areas if there is a risk of forest fire, drought, wind, etc. in the area, which could spread the fire to the surroundings
• Regular inspection of buildings and various equipment by staff / administrators and necessary maintenance measures
• Smoking is strictly prohibited in all indoor areas and in the immediate vicinity of buildings, as well as in the vicinity of animal feed and dry hay, firewood, etc. flammable materials.

• Handle horses/ponies/donkeys calmly but firmly
• Ask if you don't know something or need help
• Ask staff for permission before entering the yard/farm
• Before starting any care procedures, put a halter on the horse/pony/donkey and connect it to the halter reel
• Do not leave a tied horse/pony/donkey unattended
• Always tie the horse/pony/donkey by the halter, not by the bridle or bit ring
• When you have completed the care procedures, release the horse/pony/donkey into the yard/farm and return the items to their proper places and clean up after yourself
• Always walk the horse/pony/donkey by the halter reel or bridle, not just by the halter
• Ask staff for permission before walking your horse/pony/donkey
• When walking through doorways, walk ahead of the horse/pony/donkey
• A horse/pony/donkey is always walked from its left side

Erican animals & experiences Oy has liability insurance. Insurance company Fennia.

NOTE! CUSTOMERS ARE RECOMMENDED TO HAVE THEIR OWN INSURANCE, WHICH COVERS DAMAGES CAUSED IN POSSIBLE DAMAGES AND ACCIDENTS.

• Call the emergency number 112
• Tell us what has happened
• Tell us the exact address of the premises: Komosalontie 16, 68300 Kälviä
• Answer the questions and follow the instructions given
• End the call only when you are given permission