ATV Safety Summit: Consumer Awareness: Getting the Message Out - Getting Started Riding

An NOHVCC Program to Help New Riders Start Off Right

• 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

• 50” models

• Over 50” models

• Pure sport models

• 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?

• What do I need to carry on the ride?

• What do I need to transport the OHV?

• What accessories might I consider?

• How do I maintain my vehicle?

• How should I store my OHV?