Helmet tagging is mandatory for all EA & FEI Affiliated activities in Australia (Eventing, Jumping, Dressage, Driving and Endurance) with the exception of Show Horse and Vaulting.
EA Approved Helmet Standards Effective 1 Jan 2026 - CLICK HERE
FEI Approved Helmet Standards Effective 1 Jan 2026 - CLICK HERE
EA is updating its helmet standards in light of the recent changes to the FEI standards, to come into effect 1 Jan 2026. View the information from the EA website - CLICK HERE
Instructions for Helmet Taggers - CLICK HERE
ESA Helmet Taggers
ESA Office - Mt Barker
- Judy Clutterbuck
Adelaide & Greater Adelaide
- Jude Sonnefeld - Adelaide
- Ros Evans-Preston - Adelaide Royal Show Horse Section
- Karen Charles - Horseland Enfield
- Kelly Nusbajtel - Horseland Enfield
- Julie Wiliams - Two Wells
- Michelle Clark - Mallala
- Lanna Gundy - Gawler
Adelaide Hills
- Karen Rose - Hahndorf
- Sue Brown - Hahndorf
- Jo Crosby - Nairne
- Lara Pizimolas - Dapple EQ Mt Barker
- Penny Scott - Horseland Mt Barker
- Dominic Jones - EQ Saddlery Adelaide Hills Verdun
- Stacey Wyatt - EQ Saddlery Adelaide Hills Verdun
- Dale Flynn - Chaballo Oakbank
- Veronica Hannam - Birdwood
- Craig Hannam - Birdwood
- Megan Jones - Woodside
Fleurieu Peninsula
- Jo Kennedy - SVDC
- Karen Wilson - SVDC
- Sarah Neilson - McLaren Districts Riding Club
- Danni Hampton - Strathalbyn SJ Club
Mid North
- Gabie Ashmeade - Clare
- Jane Wetherall – Clare
- Kim Zohs - Clare
- Mandy Gerhardy – Kapunda
Barossa Valley
- Jen Benson - Barossa
- Emma Paech - Kybow PK Equestrian Supplies Williamstown
Flinders & Outback
- Elle Wilson - Southern Flinders
Riverland
- Nicole Afford - Waikerie
Limestone Coast
- Kerrie Bowman - Mid South East
- Lucie Hill - Horseland Mt Gambier
- Stephanie Clayfield - Horseland Mt Gambier
- Lisa Fritsch - MC Equine Mt Gambier
- Kristy Bruhn - Mt Gambier
- Angela Tweddle - Glencoe
- Amity Hancock - Robe
- Kate Dennis - Mid South East
- Nic Lewis - Mid South East
- Willoughby Family - South East
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?
ESA Office - Monday, Wednesday & Thursday from 10am to 4pm (excluding Public Holidays) or contact any of the people listed above.
Who should I contact if someone wants to become a tagger?
ESA Office - Monday, Wednesday & Thursday from 10am to 4pm (excluding Public Holidays) or email [email protected].
