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ATV Safety Summit: Consumer Awareness: Getting the Message Out - Getting Started Riding
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Transcript of ATV Safety Summit: Consumer Awareness: Getting the Message Out - Getting Started Riding
• Developed after NOHVCC outreach to identify missing components for OHV access and safety – FHWA
• Discovered existing materials:• Focused on single aspects of the sport
• Focused on riders who already participate
• Program will include webinars and webpages
• Heavy use of video
• Available through internet
Video portions on YouTube
Several webpages devoted to subject material
• Will also be packaged for use by dealers and clubs - DVD
• Being developed in cooperation with MIC/SVIA/ROHVA
• Coordinated marketing campaign• NOHVCC/MIC/SVIA/ROHVA
• Enthusiast Press
• Near enthusiast press
• Manufacturers
• Dealers
• Explain different types of OHVs and the features and uses of each type
• Inform people about safety
Why to wear gear
Why to get training
Teach parents the importance of youth education
How to ride safely
Keeping machines maintained
• Get people involved in clubs and organizations
Positive peer pressure – learn to do things right
Understand issues about OHV access Promoting safe and responsible riding helps
preserve access
Quality riding areas help prevent riding in less desirable areas and increases the safety of riders
• Making sure people follow the laws
Riding in legal places
Understanding Federal and State riding requirements
OHV – Off-Highway Vehicle
ATV – All-Terrain Vehicle
OHM – Off-Highway Motorcycle
ROV – Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle
Types of ATV’s
◦ Utility/trail
One rider models
Two rider models
◦ Sport/competition
Trails or track
Sizes available
◦ Must match riders physical size and capabilities and follow manufacturer’s age recommendation on vehicle warning
label
Recreation and Competition Models
◦ Engine types
◦ Trails or track
◦ Complying with regulations
Spark arrestors
Sound limits
◦ Enduro /motocross
◦ Dual sport / adventure
• How will it be used?
Recreational trail riding
Utility/agriculture
Competition
• Choosing the right size OHV
Size/fit
State requirements for age/size
Follow manufacturer’s age recommendations
• Finding your State’s requirements
• Available options
Hands on training
On-line training options
CD based training
• Expert training vs. learning from others
Why experts are the way to go
• ATV Safety Institute – ATV safety training
• Motorcycle Safety Foundation – OHM safety training
• Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association – ROV safety training
• State OHV Training Programs
Meeting state requirements
• What do I need to wear - Minimum
Helmet
Goggles
Long sleeves
Long pants
Gloves
Over the ankle boots
• What else might you consider
Chest protectors
Knee guards and braces
Neck braces
Helmet ejection systems
Hydration/gear packs
• Others to Ride with
• Learn from responsible riders
• Safety in numbers – never ride alone
• Attend club events and rides
• Get involved in advocacy
Trail maintenance
Assist land managers
Participate in public processes
• Ask your dealer and local OHV clubs
• Are there private OHV parks/tracks/areas near you
• Contact land managers about public land opportunities
• Do the available opportunities match your vehicle choice?