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Modern Materials
by
Paul Conroy BSc(Hons) AWCF
These advances in farriery have, in many cases, provided the farrier with an effective way to treat a horse and return it back to soundness quickly with minimum invasive techniques. Today’s farriers have many more options available to them compared with farriers from as little as 15 years ago.
Many modern materials and techniques require very accurate fitting or application. The use of acrylics, polymers and fillers come with an inherent risk to sensitive tissues upon contact, the farrier needs to appreciate and understand the dangers of using them.
The importance of a good anatomical and theoretical knowledge cannot be overstressed. Farriers need to know their limits and never attempt to use modern materials without first fully understanding how to use them...
Introduction
Modern materials play a crucial role in farriery in the 21st century. As the skill and knowledge of the modern farrier has improved, so have the materials at his or her disposal. It is vital that any practising farrier is competent and comfortable using the wide range of equipment currently on the market.
>Health & Safety - COSHH (Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health)
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