I. Cleaning Classification and Frequency Standards
Horse Stalls cleaning is divided into two core scenarios: daily simple cleaning (3-4 times a day) and deep bedding replacement (performed regularly). Daily cleaning focuses on removing manure and localized contaminated bedding, once in the morning and once in the evening; deep cleaning requires replacing all bedding, judging the timing of replacement based on the black discoloration of bedding materials such as rice hulls, ensuring the bedding is dry and odorless. Adult horses produce 15-20 kilograms of manure and 1-2 cubic feet of waste daily; large-scale stables need to plan cleaning frequency based on this volume.
II. Standardized Operating Procedures
Preparation Phase: Wear protective gear, prepare tools such as manure forks, brooms, and wheelbarrows. First, check the integrity of the stable facilities and the health of the horses, observe the horses' reactions through vocal interaction, and report any abnormalities promptly.
Cleaning Execution: Clean in a clockwise/counterclockwise direction, first removing leftover hay (to prevent spoilage and accidental ingestion), then concentrating on removing manure and wet bedding, focusing on areas prone to dampness such as under the water troughs. During deep cleaning, temporarily move the dry bedding to one side, treat the ground with quicklime, and then lay new bedding according to the "three high, one low" principle (45 cm thick on the three sides against the wall, 15 cm in the middle), covering more than 2/3 of the area.
Disinfection and Drying: After cleaning, disinfect thoroughly with food-grade diatomaceous earth or other disinfectants, high-pressure wash the ground and scrape away accumulated water, ensuring proper drainage, and allow the bedding to dry before allowing the horses to enter.
III. Core Tools and Material Selection
Essential tools include non-slip manure forks, broom and shovel combination, and double-wheeled wheelbarrows. Auxiliary tools should include disinfectant sprayers and squeegees. Bedding materials should preferably be wood shavings (good water absorption) or straw (low cost); after laying new bedding, sprinkle water moderately to reduce dust; disinfectant products should be residue-free to avoid irritating the horses' respiratory tract.
IV. Environmentally Sound Waste Management
Waste materials must adhere to the principles of "resource utilization + harmless disposal": small quantities can be used by farmers for fertilizing farmland, while large-scale horse farms can entrust professional companies for waste removal or utilize composting, which reduces the volume by 40-60% while killing parasites and bacteria. Unauthorized dumping into ditches and forests is prohibited to prevent nutrient leakage and water pollution. Waste disposal must comply with the requirements of the Water Quality Improvement Act.