The National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) Oct. 4 announced the agenda for the second annual NTRA Safety and Integrity Alliance Professional Education Seminar, to be held Oct. 18-19 at Keeneland Race Course in Lexington. Ky.

The seminar, sponsored by Pfizer Animal Health and Keeneland, will feature expert speakers from across the country who will discuss health and safety topics targeted specifically to trainers, veterinarians, racing officials, and aftercare organizations. Attendance at the seminar will help satisfy continuing education requirements for racetracks as mandated by the Alliance’s Code of Standards.

A Oct. 18 morning seminar session will focus on continuing education for trainers. Topics to be covered will include developing more durable equine athletes, biosecurity protocols, insurance, and recognizing substance abuse problems in employees