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Taken from Safety Up – On ATV Use
ATV-related injuries and fatalities are more likely if you don’t use the vehicle properly. Experience demonstrates that some particular factors are more likely to lead to ATV crashes.
To prevent incidents, follow these hazard-prevention guidelines:
- Take an ATV operator training course to learn how to properly handle and maintain the machine for optimum safety
 Driver error and loss of control commonly cause ATV crashes. Plan your route, drive at a reasonable speed for the terrain, and pay attention.
- Avoid tight turns and, when driving downhill, drive straight down rather than at an angle. Climb hills in low gear to avoid the chance of a back flip. Do not turn suddenly, pop the clutch or rev the throttle, as the ATV will pivot on the back axle and flip over, crushing the rider.
- Always wear a helmet approved for ATV or motorcycle use (by the Canadian Standards Association, Department of Transportation/Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, Snell or American National Standards Institute for motorcycle use, not for bicycle use).
- Wear proper protective clothing, including boots, gloves and long pants, along with proper eye protection, while travelling on an ATV.
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For more information about the content of this document, contact Kenda Lubeck.
This information published to the web on July 30, 2009.
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