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Mike Klumpp Associate Professor Emeritus University of Arkansas Oklahoma 4-H ATV Safety Coordinator mklumpp.osu@gmail.co

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

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Mike Klumpp Associate Professor Emeritus University of Arkansas Oklahoma 4-H ATV Safety Coordinator mklumpp.osu@gmail.co

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

  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 CommissionATV 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 CommissionATV Safety Institute (ASI) Age/Size Recommendations No one under age 6 should operate an ATV.

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

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

  11. 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. 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)

  15. 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

  16. 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

  17. TREADLightly 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

  18. 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  25. 4-H CurriculumMaterials 2-Pocket Folder Leader’s Guide Rider Tips Brochure

  26. 4-H Safety Posters

  27. 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.

  28. Head ♦ Heart ♦ Hands ♦ Health Questions? Questions? Questions? Mike Klumpp Oklahoma 4-H ATV Safety Coordinator mklumpp.osu@gmail.com

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