1. Are You Ready to Ride? Head ♦ Heart ♦ Hands ♦ Health Mike Klumpp
Associate Professor Emeritus
University of Arkansas
Oklahoma 4-H ATV Safety Coordinator

2. ATV
Abbreviation for All-Terrain Vehicle, which is any motorized off-highway vehicle traveling on three or more low pressure tires, having a seat to be straddled by the operator and handlebar for steering control. They are intended for use by a single operator and no passenger unless it is a designed tandem ATV.

3. Ride the Right-Sized Machine!
One of the biggest issues related to ATV use is young people under age 16 riding the incorrect size of machines.

4. Fitting an ATV to the rider - making sure he or she can operate the vehicle – size and power – helps keep the riders safe.

5. Riders need to be mature enough to be able to make good decisions while riding.
Riders under the age of 16 need adult supervision.
Riders need to be trained with the basic skills necessary to operate the right-size machines by taking an (ASI), ATV RiderCourse taught by licensed instructors.

6. Follow the Fit Guidelines
It’s important that your ATV fits you like a glove. But how do you know if you’re riding a machine that’s too big or too small?
Check out the following recommendations!

7. Consumer Product Safety Commission ATV Safety Institute (ASI)
Age/Size Recommendations
Two-up ATVs will
have this label
No one under age 6 should operate an ATV.

8. Consumer Product Safety Commission ATV Safety Institute (ASI)
AGE
ENGINE SIZE
6 to 11
Under 70 ccs
12 to 15
70 to 90 ccs
16 & older
Over 90 ccs
Age/Size Recommendations
No one under age 6 should operate an ATV.

9. Proper Riding Gear Dressing like the Pros Helmet Eye Protection
DOT or Snell
Eye Protection
Goggles or Face Shield

10. Proper Riding Gear Dressing like the Pros Gloves Pants Off-road style
Long sturdy pants

11. Strong over-the-ankle
Proper Riding Gear
Dressing like the Pros
Shirt
Long-sleeved shirt
or jersey
Boots
Strong over-the-ankle

12. Proper Riding Gear Dressing like the Pros Other Body Protection
Kidney Belt
Chest Protector

13. How to Fit An ATV to The Rider
Fit Guidelines
Clearance
Upper Legs
Foot Length
Grip Reach
Throttle Reach
Brake Reach

14. Item
Requirement
Clearance between ATV seat and inseam while standing up on foot pegs
Rules: Three to six inches should be a minimum clearance. The maximum will be controlled by the reference point below.
Reasons: It permits you to stand up and absorb shocks through the legs while riding on rough terrain. It minimizes the possibility that your seat will hit you during a ride, throwing you over the handlebars. Proper clearance also improves visibility and comfort.

15. Item Requirement Upper Legs
Rules: The upper portion of your leg, roughly from the top of the knee to the hip, should be about horizontal. A little above or below horizontal shouldn’t be a problem, but huge differences (knees significantly below or above the hips) should be checked by an adult. If your knees are quite a bit above the hips, turn the handlebars in both directions and check for contact with knees or legs.
Reasons: It keeps you in control of your vehicle.

16. Item Requirement Foot Length
Rules: Lock the heel of your right shoe against the foot peg or in the proper position on the running board. Your toe should be able to depress the brake with a simple downward rotation of your foot. See if you have any contact with engine or exhaust protrusions. You should be able to use the brakes consistently without hesitation. (The same rule applies to the ATV’s left side, where the gearshift is located.)
Reasons: It allows you to keep control of vehicle, including the ability to brake.

17. Item Requirement Grip Reach
Rules: Sit normally on the ATV with your hands on handlebars. Your elbows should have a distinct angle between your upper arm and forearm. If elbows are straight out, you won’t be able to turn the handlebars. If elbows are at less than right angle, you are to large for the ATV and steering and maintaining balance will be difficult.
Reasons: It helps you turn and steer your ATV, and keeps you balanced.

18. Item Requirement Throttle Reach
Rules: With your right hand in the normal operating position, check to see if your thumb can easily operate the throttle. Turn the handlebars to the extreme left and right positions. Check again for any interference with easy operation.
Reasons: It keeps you in control of speed and handling.

19. Item Requirement Brake Reach
Rules: Place your hands in the normal operating position and your fingers straight out. Check to see if the first joint (from the tip) op your middle finger extends beyond the brake lever. If not, your hand is too small to grasp the lever effectively in an emergency. Make sure your thumb also reaches the engine stop switch. Squeeze the brake lever a few times to be sure you can comfortably operate the controls.
Reasons: It keeps you in control of stopping.

20. T-CLOC – Pre Ride Inspection
T = Tires and Wheels
Air Pressure-check owner’s manual
Condition
Wheel bearings, lug nuts, etc.
C = Controls and Cables
Location
Operation
Throttle
Brakes-foot, hand, and parking
Shifter
Clutch (if applicable)

21. T-CLOC – Pre Ride Inspection
L = Lights and Electrics
Ignition switch
Engine stop switch
Lights
O = Oil and Fuel
Levels-oil dipstick/sight gauge
Vents
Air filter
Fuel supply valve
C = Chain/Driveshaft, Chassis Suspension
Free play
Condition/lubrication/wear
Nuts and bolts

22. BONE-C – Starting your ATV
B = Set Parking Brake
O = Ignition and Fuel On (vent cap)
N = ATV in Neutral
E = Engine stop switch in Run/Start
C = Choke on if engine cold

23. TREAD Lightly T = Travel and recreate with minimum impact
R = Respect the environment and others
E = Educate yourself, plan and prepare
A = Allow for future use of the outdoors
D = Discover the rewards of being responsible

24. Common acronym used as a riding strategy to help reduce and manage risk
SIPDE
Scan/Search - the terrain and environment
Identify - hazards or problems in your path
Predict - what may happen and think of the consequences
Decide - what to do based on riding abilities and capabilities of your ATV
Execute - your decision

25. Scanning the environment, what potential hazards do you identify?

26. Scanning the environment, what potential hazards do you identify?

27. Scanning the environment, what potential hazards do you identify?

28. Scanning the environment, what potential hazards do you identify?

29. Scanning the environment, what potential hazards do you identify?

30. Scanning the environment, what potential hazards do you identify?

31. 4-H Curriculum Materials
2-Pocket Folder
Leader’s Guide
Rider Tips Brochure

32. 4-H Safety Posters

33. Top 10 Rules for ATV Safety
Take an approved ATV safety Course from a certified instructor before operating/riding, such as the ASI RiderCourse.
Fit the ATV according to age/size! Follow the fit guidelines. Youth under age 16 should not operate/ride adult sized machines and should be supervised at all times by an adult.
Use good judgment when operating/riding an ATV.
Wear helmets and other safety gear.
Operate/ride only on appropriate surfaces such as dirt trails.
Operate/ride singly, never with passengers. On two-up, or tandem ATV, operate/ride with one passenger only.
Stay in control of the vehicle.
Avoid alcohol or drugs at all times, including when operating an ATV.
Scout new terrain before operating/riding.
Know and follow the local and state rules that govern ATV use.

34. Oklahoma 4-H ATV Safety Coordinator
Head ♦ Heart ♦ Hands ♦ Health
Questions?
Questions?
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Mike Klumpp
Oklahoma 4-H ATV Safety Coordinator