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ATV SAFETY & YOU
Chapter One
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Preparing to Ride
Explain why ATV should not be ridden on pavement
Name your best resource for learning about your ATV
List common ATV Parts
Describe the proper way to load ATV
Name five essential items to wear when operating ATV
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Reducing the Risk
ATV’s used by people of all ages
Military, Farmers, Foresters, Hunters
Game Wardens, Biologists, Firefighters
Off roaders-motocross,ice racing, endoros
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ATV’s can be Dangerous
Consumer Products Safety Commission
Concluded ATV’s present risk of death
and severe injury
Their investigation resulted in the end of the sales of 3 wheelers
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Children at Risk
Physical Factors
-Leg length
-Foot length
-Arm Length
-Strength & Weight
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Age and Engine Size
For your child's safety and comfort, you must match your child with an ATV engine size that is appropriate for his or her age group.
Ages 6-11: Under 70cc
Ages 12-15: 70 to 90cc
Ages 16 and older: Over 90cc
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Your best resource-The Owner’s Manual
Read It!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Owner’s Manual
Improve your ATV's performance and your enjoyment.
Maintain your ATV to help it last much longer.
Improve your riding skills.
Perform simple repairs.
Operate safely to protect yourself, others, and your ATV.
Get more information about questions you have.
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Finding an ATV Club
Great place to find ATV Partner-Never ride alone
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Performing PreseasonMaintenance
Reinstall battery & check charge
Change oil
Check spark plug
Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel
Check lights & replace burned out bulbs
Check tires for damage and inflate them
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Performing PreseasonMaintenance
Check for damage caused by rodents, such as blocked pipes or chewed wires or cables
Check for rubber part deterioration
Perform pre-ride inspection
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Transporting your ATV
Maintain and inspect trailering equipment
Hitch trailer properly
Load ATV safely
Turn off fuel
Drain tank if long trip
Secure ATV
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Storing your ATV
Clean and let dry
Change oil & filter
Drain fuel
Clean outside
Cover muffler outlet
Remove battery
Jack it up off floor
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Protective Clothing
Helmets
DOT sticker or American National Standards Institute label or Snell Memorial
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Bike helmets
Do not wear bike helmets
Not sufficient protection for ATV’s
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Eye Protection
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Goggles or Visors
Free from scratches
Shatter resistant
Standard markings-z87.1 or VESC 8
Ventilated and securely fastened
Brown or green on bright days
Amber for dark days
Clear for night riding
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Gloves
Reduce fatigue
Warm in winter
Padded knuckles to prevent bruising
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Boots
Over the calf
Heels
Motorcycle boots are the best for protection
Should protect feet, ankles, & legs
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Protective Outer Clothing
Layered
Protection from scratches
Knee pads, jacket & shoulder pads
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Protect against Wind Chill
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Winter Clothing
Layered
Should breathe
Waffle-weave
Never loose clothing