ATV SAFETY AWARENESS
PRESENTATION FOR TREE SCHOOL
SATURDAY, MARCH 24, 2012
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ATV SAFETY INSTITUTE
WWW.ATVSAFETY.ORG
Presented by:
Frank Grace
ASI / ATV Rider Coach
takeaclass@q.com
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THIS PRESENTATION WILL COVER,
What is the ATV Safety Institute?
Pre-ride inspection
Risk awareness
Risk Management
Riding gear
Controls
Oregon rules for ATV operation
Safe riding video
 This presentation is not designed to replace an
actual hands-on ATV Safety Training Class that I
strongly encourage you to take.
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What is the ATV Safety Institute?
ATV RiderCourse
o The ATV RiderCourse provides a fast-paced, half-day, handson training session which includes pre-ride inspection, starting
and stopping, quick turns, hill riding, emergency stopping and
swerving and riding over obstacles.
o You'll also learn about protective gear, local regulations,
places to ride and environmental concerns.
o Bring your friends and family, and meet new friends to ride
with.
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Can I send my kids?
o Definitely.
o The ATV RiderCourse is a great way to get your
kids off to a safe start.
o A parent must be present for riders under 12. A
parent should be present for riders under 16.
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How much does it cost?
o Maybe nothing if you recently purchased a new
ATV.
o Call ATV Enrollment Express toll-free at
o 1-800-887-2887
o to find out if you are eligible for free training.
o If you are not eligible for free training, you may
take the ATV RiderCourse for a small fee.
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Do I Use My Own ATV?
o Yes.
o If you don't have one yet, you may be able to make
specific arrangements to have an ATV available at the
training site.
o Make sure your ATV is the proper size for the individual
taking the training. (See the ATV Quiz at atvsafety.org)
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What Should I Bring?
o You must wear the proper riding gear at all times during
training. Bring the following:
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DOT-compliant motorcycle helmet
Goggles or face shield
Over-the-ankle boots
ATV or motorcycle gloves
Long pants
Long sleeve shirt or jacket
For more on proper riding gear, check out the working rider
and recreational rider.
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What is the riding area like?
o Riding areas around the country differ somewhat, but they all
include specific Stations.
o At each station on the riding range, you will learn specific
skills.
o For an idea of what you will do at each station, see our ATV
RiderCourse Riding Range.
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Sounds Great! How do I enroll?
o Call the ATV Enrollment Express toll-free at 1-800-887-2887.
o They can tell you where the nearest ATV RiderCourse is and
enroll you on the spot.
o Or, visit www.atvsafety.org and click on "Online Enrollment" to
enroll in a half-day, hands-on course.
o You can also enroll in one of our new online courses.
o ATV enthusiasts can take our online courses in preparation for
taking ASI’s half-day, hands-on ATV RiderCourse.
o These online courses can also be used as a refresher after the
hands-on course.
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CHECK IT OUT
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RISK AWARENESS
The consumer Product Safety Commission has
concluded that All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) may
present a risk of Death or Severe Injury in
certain circumstances.
Over 3,498 people, including many children, have
died in accidents associated with ATVs since
2004
Are ATVs dangerous?
Could they have been prevented?
 See ATV Safety Institute handout
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REPORTED ATV-RELATED FATALITIES (BY YEAR)
ATVs with 3,4, or Unknown Number of Wheels
Reported for the Period January 1, 1982 through December 31, 2009
900
800
700
600
500
400
300
200
100
0
ATV Fatalities
(by year)
Year 2009
2008
2007
2006
2005
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OREGON OPERATION LIFESAVER
O R E G O N O P E R AT I O N L I F E S AV E R I S A B O U T H E L P I N G P E O P L E
MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICES. RAIL GRADE CROSSING AND
RAILROAD TRESPASS INCIDENTS ARE CLAIMING FAR TOO
M A N Y O R E G O N L I V E S E AC H Y E A R . T H E BY - WO R D S S AY I T A L L
. . . T H E R I G H T C H O I C E S AT R A I L G R A D E C R O S S I N G S . .
“LOOK, LISTEN & LIVE”.
THE RIGHT CHOICES IN AND ALONG RAILROAD RIGHTS -OFW AY. . “ S TAY O F F, S TAY AW AY, S TAY A L I V E ” .
USE THIS WEBSITE AS A RESOURCE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT
HOW YOU CAN HELP MAK E A LIF ESAVING IMPACT. IF YOU
D O N ’ T G E T I N VO LV E D , YO U ’ L L N E V E R K N OW W H AT
DIFFERENCE YOU COULD HAVE MADE!
CLAUDIA HOWELLS
O R E G O N O L STAT E C O O R D I N ATO R
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RISK MANAGEMENT
o RECOGNIZE HAZARDOUS RIDING CONDITIONS
o R E C O G N I Z E O W N R I D I N G A B I L I T I E S & YO U R AT V S
CAPABILITIES
o KNOW SAFET Y PRACTICES & FOLLOW THEM
( O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L , AT V R I D E R C O U R S E
HANDBOOK, RIDING GEAR).
o I G N O R E N E G AT I V E P E E R P R E S S U R E
o B E H AV E R E S P O N S I B LY
o CHOOSE TO REDUCE RISKS
o PRACTICE SAFE DECISIONS
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RIDING GEAR
Function, fit, comfort, style
Helmets (4 components)
Eye protection
Pants
Shirt
Gloves
Boots Jacket
Other body protection
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CONTROLS
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Parking brake
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Brakes (front & rear) or linked / single control
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Engine cut-off switch
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Ignition switch
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Lights; head, brake, running & tail lights
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Fuel supply (unless
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Other: 4x4, power steering
fuel injected)
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BENEFIT OF SAFETY TRAINING
PRACTICE SAFE RIDING PRACTICES
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LEARN NEW OR ENHANCED RIDING SKILLS
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UNLEARN BAD HABITS
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INCREASE YOUR RISK AWARENESS
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PRACTICE RISK MANAGEMENT (RIDE WITHIN YOUR SKILL LEVEL
& WEAR SAFETY EQUIPMENT)
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BE A ROLE MODEL FOR OTHERS
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ENJOY THE RIDE MORE
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WHO TO CONTACT,
ATV Safety Institute
www.atvsafety.org
Oregon Parks &
Recreation
www.oregon.gov/OPRD
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TRAINING CAN MAKE THE DIFFERENCE
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RESEARCH SHOWS THAT WE RETAIN
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10% of what we read
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20% of what we hear
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30% of what we see
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50% of what we hear and see
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70% of what we say
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90% of what we say and do
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Be Safe
Ride Safe
Practice Safety
Enroll in an ATV Safety Class
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QUESTIONS?
LE T ’S WATC H A V ID E O
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THANK
YOU!
Frank Grace
takeaclass@q.com
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