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Summary details about policy


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Detailed in this section is the summary of cover available under our Leisure cover. It starts with the basic mortality and theft cover and has a choice of options which can be added. If you are looking for Permanent loss of use for your horse or it is taking part in an activity not listed below you will need to go to our Riding and Competition cover option.

It is important you review the options available so that you can choose the appropriate cover for you and your horse. If you have any queries about the extent of cover or want to discuss your requirements please call 0845 3452300 and we will make every effort to point you in the right direction. Alternatively you can fill in the Quote Request using this link and we will e-mail a quote back.

Basic Cover (see policy document page 1)

A1  Basic Cover for horses and foals from 90 days to 19 years old inclusive. (Death + Theft)

i) Provides cover if the horse is killed, dies or your veterinary surgeon has to put the horse down on humane grounds (in line with the British Equine Veterinary Association guidelines) as a result of an accident, sickness or disease.  A claim under this section will require a post mortem examination unless a prior agreement has been made with Kbis.

ii) Provides cover for loss by theft or straying.

iii) Cover includes mares whilst foaling.

A2  Basic Cover for horses from 20 to 30 years old inclusive.

i) Provides cover if your Veterinary Surgeon has to put the horse down on humane grounds as a result of an accidental external injury involving an open wound or is killed as a result of an accidental external injury involving an open wound.

ii) Provides cover for loss by theft or straying

 

Insured activities (see policy document page 1, section A)

Hacking, Rearing, Breeding, Gymkhanas, Showing, Show jumping (up to and including foxhunter level), Dressage (up to and including elementary level), Riding Club and Pony Club Events including Novice Hunter Trials, non-competitive Driving.

Cover includes transits.  If the horse is a mortality or theft claim there is no excess deducted from the claim.

 

OPTIONAL COVER

B  Veterinary Fee cover: (see page 3, section B)

Arising from any accidental external injury and illness if Scale C, D or E, occurring or manifesting itself during the currency of the policy, and on going treatment for 12 months from the injury or onset of illness, but excluding veterinary fees resulting from normal preventative inoculations and pre-existing conditions.

Scale Vet Fees Paid Excess (payable by the assured) per incident Limits
A For accidental injuries only. Age limit: 90 days to 30 years.
 
£125 £3000 per incident, unlimited in aggregate.
B For accidental injuries plus colic surgery.  Age limit: 90 days to 19years.
 
£125 £3000 per incident, unlimited in aggregate.
C 75% of vet fees and 100% for colic surgery. Age limit: 90 days to 19 years.
 
£125 (£150 for 16-19 year olds) £3000 per incident, unlimited in aggregate.
D 100% of vet fees. Age limit: 90 days to 15 years.
 
£275 £3000 per incident, unlimited in aggregate.
E 100% of vet fees. Age limit: 90 days to 15 years.
 
£125 £3000 per incident, unlimited in aggregate.

Please note that veterinary fees cover does not include complementary treatment or hospitalisation costs. Please note that claims on Scale A & B vets fees must involve an open surface injury.

 

C  Harness, Tack And Saddlery: (see policy document page 4, section C)

Covering loss or damage however caused, excluding fair wear and tear. (Riding Schools or other Commercial premises only covered for privately owned tack in an alarmed tack room).

Limit: Market Value of the items lost or damaged up to the sum insured.

Maximum: £3,000 in respect of each assured during any one policy period, subject to an excess of £100 each and every claim.

 

D  Trailers And Horse Drawn Vehicles: (see policy document page 4, section D)

Covering physical loss or damage however caused, excluding fair wear and tear.

Excluding: All and any legal liability to third parties.

Limit: Market Value of the trailer up to the sum insured.

Maximum: £5,000 any one trailer or horse drawn vehicle, subject to an excess of £200 or 10% which ever is the greater, each and every claim.

Conditions: must be immobilised when not in use.

 

E  Personal Accident: (see policy document page 4, section E)

Accidental bodily Injury causing death or permanent injury to the rider or driver of an insured horse, including persons riding or driving with the permission of the assured.

Excluding: Riding or driving in any kind of race under Jockey Club rules or events under A.R.A.B. rules.

Age Limits: 5 to 75 years of age inclusive.

Benefit Scale Scale 1 Scale 2
Death **
 
£10,000 £20,000
Loss (use of) one or more limbs.
 
£10,000 £20,000
Loss of sight in one or both eyes.
 
£10,000 £20,000
Deafness in both ears.
 
£10,000 £20,000
Permanent total disablement.
 
£10,000 £20,000
Dental work following an accident, maximum in respect of any one accident, with excess of £100 per claim.
 
£1,000 £2,000

**The amount otherwise payable shall be reduced by 50% until you have reached your 16th birthday.  The amount otherwise payable shall be reduced by 20% where you are not wearing headgear conforming to ENI 384 or PAS 015 at the time of the accident.

 

F  Legal Liability: (see policy document page 5, section F)

Provides cover for the rider or handler of the insured horse (providing they have permission of the owner or are the owner) for a claim resulting from the handler or rider becoming legally liable through or arising from connection with the insured horse.

Liability Exclusions: Livery stables, riding schools & equestrian centres.  Claims in respect of assured's family or household or if the rider takes legal action against the owner for bodily injury. This insurance does not cover claims that are covered under any other existing policies or policy.

Limits: Level 1 - £1,000,000 or Level 2 - £2,000,000

Excess: Liability cover is subject to an excess of £250 for any one incident in respect of property damage claims only.

 

Important Notes

This policy summary does not contain the full terms and conditions of the policy.  A copy of your equine insurance policy terms and conditions will be sent to you with your Certificate of Insurance.

The Policy is a 12 month contract and renewal may be invited every year.

This Policy is underwritten by Allianz Insurance PLC.

 

Exclusions and Limitations

Policy terms and conditions, premiums and excesses may change each year. (see policy document page 6 Important Information)

You must take proper care of your horse including an annual dental examination, vaccinations, worming programme and any treatment recommended by your vet to prevent illness or injury. (see policy document page 4 section Veterinary Fees Exclusions)

You can start your horses insurance from 90 days of age onwards. (see policy document page 6 Important Information

Once your horse reaches 20 years, cover for death and veterinary fees is limited to accidental external injury only. (see policy document page 3 section Veterinary Fees)

Your policy does not cover any illness or injury that pre-existed cover, or any illness within the first 14 days of cover (see policy document page 6, Important Information)

You must be resident in the United Kingdom (including the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands) to insure your horse under this policy. (see Policy Document page 6 Geographical Limits)

You pay the first £250 on claims under Third Party Liability (damage to property only), £100 on claims for saddlery and tack, £200 or 10% (whichever is the greater) for Trailer cover, and between £125 and £275 (depending on the scale chosen, see table overleaf) for Standard Vets Fees (see Policy Document Pages 3 –5)

Your policy does not cover costs charged by your vet for completion of insurance claim forms. (see Policy Document page 6 How Do I Notify a Claim?)

The insurers may place specific exclusions on your policy. (see Policy Document Page 6 Important Information) If applicable these will be noted on your certificate of insurance.

 

Cancellation Rights

If after receiving your certificate of insurance and full policy terms and conditions you are not happy you have 14 days during which you can cancel the policy by sending written confirmation to KBIS Ltd, Cullimore House, Peasemore, Berkshire, RG20 7JN.  If you cancel outside of the 14 day cancellation period you will be charge on a pro rata scale for time on cover.  In the event of a claim the full annual premium must be paid and no return premium is given in respect of cancellation.

 

How do I notify a claim?

You need to complete a claim form for the incident in question.  You can notify us of a claim and obtain a claim form by calling 01635 247474.  Your vet may charge you a fee for completing a claim form.  Your policy does not cover this cost.

 

How do I make a complaint?

If you have a complaint please contact Kbis Ltd. at: Kbis Ltd, Cullimore House, Peasemore, Newbury, Berks, RG20 7JN, telephone 01635 247474 or email complaint@kbis.co.uk.

If Kbis Ltd are unable to resolve the problem within 4 weeks your complaint will be passed to Allianz Insurance PLC. If we are unable to resolve the problem we will provide you with information about the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS). Full details of our complaints procedure may be found in your policy documentation. Using our complaints procedure or referral to the FOS does not affect your legal rights.

 

Financial Services Compensation Scheme

Allianz Insurance PLC is covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS). You may be entitled to compensation from the FSCS if we cannot meet our liabilities. You may be entitled to compensation up to £2000 for the first part of any claim and 90% of the remainder. Further information about compensation scheme is available from the FSCS.
 

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