1 ATV SAFETY AWARENESS PRESENTATION FOR TREE SCHOOL SATURDAY, MARCH 24, 2012.

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ATV SAFETY AWARENESS PRESENTATION FOR TREE SCHOOLSATURDAY, MARCH 24, 2012

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ATV SAFETY INSTITUTE WWW.ATVSAFETY.ORG

Presented by:

Frank Grace

ASI / ATV Rider Coach

[email protected]

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THIS PRESENTATION WILL COVER,

What is the ATV Safety Institute?Pre-ride inspectionRisk awarenessRisk ManagementRiding gearControls Oregon rules for ATV operationSafe riding video

This presentation is not designed to replace an actual hands-on ATV Safety Training Class that I strongly encourage you to take.

What is the ATV Safety Institute?ATV RiderCourse

oThe ATV RiderCourse provides a fast-paced, half-day, hands-on training session which includes pre-ride inspection, starting and stopping, quick turns, hill riding, emergency stopping and swerving and riding over obstacles.

oYou'll also learn about protective gear, local regulations, places to ride and environmental concerns.

oBring your friends and family, and meet new friends to ride with.

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Can I send my kids?

oDefinitely.

oThe ATV RiderCourse is a great way to get your kids off to a safe start.

oA 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?

oMaybe nothing if you recently purchased a new ATV.

oCall ATV Enrollment Express toll-free at o1-800-887-2887

oto find out if you are eligible for free training.

oIf 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?

oYes.

oIf you don't have one yet, you may be able to make specific arrangements to have an ATV available at the training site.

oMake 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?

oYou must wear the proper riding gear at all times during training. Bring the following:

oDOT-compliant motorcycle helmet oGoggles or face shield oOver-the-ankle boots oATV or motorcycle gloves oLong pants oLong sleeve shirt or jacketoFor more on proper riding gear, check out the working rider and recreational rider.

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What is the riding area like?

oRiding areas around the country differ somewhat, but they all include specific Stations.

oAt each station on the riding range, you will learn specific skills.

oFor 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?

oCall the ATV Enrollment Express toll-free at 1-800-887-2887. oThey can tell you where the nearest ATV RiderCourse is and enroll you on the spot. oOr, visit www.atvsafety.org and click on "Online Enrollment" to enroll in a half-day, hands-on course. oYou can also enroll in one of our new online courses. oATV enthusiasts can take our online courses in preparation for taking ASI’s half-day, hands-on ATV RiderCourse. oThese online courses can also be used as a refresher after the hands-on course.

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1 800 887 2887

WWW.ATVSAFETY.ORG

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CHECK IT OUT

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RISK AWARENESSThe 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

OREGON OPERATION LIFESAVEROREGON OPERATION LIFESAVER IS ABOUT HELPING PEOPLE MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICES. RAIL GRADE CROSSING AND RAILROAD TRESPASS INCIDENTS ARE CLAIMING FAR TOO MANY OREGON LIVES EACH YEAR. THE BY-WORDS SAY IT ALL . . . THE RIGHT CHOICES AT RAIL GRADE CROSSINGS .. “LOOK, LISTEN & LIVE”.

THE RIGHT CHOICES IN AND ALONG RAILROAD RIGHTS-OF-WAY. . “STAY OFF, STAY AWAY, STAY ALIVE”.

USE THIS WEBSITE AS A RESOURCE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW YOU CAN HELP MAKE A LIFESAVING IMPACT. IF YOU DON’T GET INVOLVED, YOU’LL NEVER KNOW WHAT DIFFERENCE YOU COULD HAVE MADE!

CLAUDIA HOWELLS

OREGON OL STATE COORDINATOR

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RISK MANAGEMENT o RECOGNIZE HAZARDOUS RIDING CONDITIONS

o RECOGNIZE OWN RIDING ABILITIES & YOUR ATVS CAPABILITIES

o KNOW SAFETY PRACTICES & FOLLOW THEM (OWNER’S MANUAL, ATV RIDERCOURSE HANDBOOK, RIDING GEAR).

o IGNORE NEGATIVE PEER PRESSURE

o BEHAVE RESPONSIBLY

o CHOOSE TO REDUCE RISKS

o PRACTICE SAFE DECISIONS

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RIDING GEARFunction, fit, comfort, style

Helmets (4 components)

Eye protection

Pants

Shirt

Gloves

Boots Jacket

Other body protection

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CONTROLS

o Parking brake

o Brakes (front & rear) or linked / single control

o Engine cut-off switch

o Ignition switch

o Lights; head, brake, running & tail lights

o Fuel supply (unless fuel injected)o Other: 4x4, power steering

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BENEFIT OF SAFETY TRAININGo PRACTICE SAFE RIDING PRACTICES

o LEARN NEW OR ENHANCED RIDING SKILLS

o UNLEARN BAD HABITS

o INCREASE YOUR RISK AWARENESS

o PRACTICE RISK MANAGEMENT (RIDE WITHIN YOUR SKILL LEVEL & WEAR SAFETY EQUIPMENT)

o BE A ROLE MODEL FOR OTHERS

o ENJOY THE RIDE MORE

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ATV Safety Institute

www.atvsafety.org

Oregon Parks & Recreation

www.oregon.gov/OPRD

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WHO TO CONTACT,

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TRAINING CAN MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

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RESEARCH SHOWS THAT WE RETAIN

o 10% of what we read

o 20% of what we hear

o 30% of what we see

o 50% of what we hear and see

o 70% of what we say

o 90% of what we say and do

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Be Safe

Ride Safe

Practice Safety

Enroll in an ATV Safety Class

QUESTIONS?

LET’S WATCH A VIDEO

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THANK YOU!

Frank Grace

[email protected]