Maybe tracks could work with the on-track vets to ensure training hours are always covered by some private physically being on the track.
I can't see them forcing any vet to have to work a particular day, of course, but the vets would most likely be willing to agree cover to prevent this type of nasty disaster happening again.
If not, yeah, the track should consider pay a stipend for arranging to have a vet on premises "on call" for on-track emergencies during training hours.
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