ATV Safety-Questions and Answers.
DOT-compliant helmet - Answer Always wear a ________, goggles, long sleeves, long pants,
over-the-ankle boots, and gloves.
off-highway - Answer Never ride on paved roads except to cross when done safely and
permitted by law--another vehicle could hit you. ATV's are designed to be operated
_____________.
True - Answer T/F Never ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
one - Answer Never carry a passenger on a single-rider ATV, and no more than _______
passenger on an ATV specifically designed for two people.
True - Answer T/F Ride an ATV that's right for your age.
False - Answer T/F Supervisors are not needed for riders younger than 16.
True - Answer T/F Ride only on designed trails and at a safe speed.
helmet - Answer The single most important piece of protective gear you can wear while riding
an ATV is a __________.
eye protection - Answer Operating without _______________ can result in an accident and
increase your chance of severe eye injury.
footrests - Answer The most protective footwear is a pair of strong, over-the-ankle boots with
low heels to help prevent your feet from slipping off the _________.
long sleeve shirt and long pants - Answer A ____________ and _____________ are minimum
requirements for rider protection.
False - Answer T/F Athletic headgear such as hockey, football, or skateboard helmet is
acceptable for ATV riding.
DOT - Answer the sticker that appears on the outside, back, bottom edge of the helmet.
, Snell Memorial Foundation - Answer this sticker is usually found on the inside of the helmet.
Has standards for safety
Impact - Answer the shock-absorbing capacity of the helmet
Penetration - Answer the ability of the helmet to withstand a blow from a sharp object
Retention - Answer the ability of the chin strap to stay fastened without breaking or stretching
Peripheral vision - Answer the amount of side vision (minimum of 105 degrees to each side)
Because its protective qualities have diminished - Answer Why replace a perfectly good
helmet every two to four years?
foot length - Answer Your _________ allows you to keep control of the vehicle, including the
ability to brake.
upper legs - Answer Your ______ keeps control of the vehicle.
grip reach - Answer Your _________ helps you turn and steer.
less - Answer If your elbows are _______ than right angles, your arms are too long and
steering will be difficult.
Throttle reach - Answer ____________ is very important to your control of speed and
handling.
brake reach - Answer The _____________ controls stopping.
first - Answer The _______ joint of your middle finger should extend beyond the brake lever.
T-CLOC - Answer Before each ride, you need to complete a pre-ride inspection of your ATV to
make sure it is working correctly. An easy way to remember what to check before riding is the
acronym _________.
Tires and wheels - Answer What does the T in T-CLOC stand for?
DOT-compliant helmet - Answer Always wear a ________, goggles, long sleeves, long pants,
over-the-ankle boots, and gloves.
off-highway - Answer Never ride on paved roads except to cross when done safely and
permitted by law--another vehicle could hit you. ATV's are designed to be operated
_____________.
True - Answer T/F Never ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
one - Answer Never carry a passenger on a single-rider ATV, and no more than _______
passenger on an ATV specifically designed for two people.
True - Answer T/F Ride an ATV that's right for your age.
False - Answer T/F Supervisors are not needed for riders younger than 16.
True - Answer T/F Ride only on designed trails and at a safe speed.
helmet - Answer The single most important piece of protective gear you can wear while riding
an ATV is a __________.
eye protection - Answer Operating without _______________ can result in an accident and
increase your chance of severe eye injury.
footrests - Answer The most protective footwear is a pair of strong, over-the-ankle boots with
low heels to help prevent your feet from slipping off the _________.
long sleeve shirt and long pants - Answer A ____________ and _____________ are minimum
requirements for rider protection.
False - Answer T/F Athletic headgear such as hockey, football, or skateboard helmet is
acceptable for ATV riding.
DOT - Answer the sticker that appears on the outside, back, bottom edge of the helmet.
, Snell Memorial Foundation - Answer this sticker is usually found on the inside of the helmet.
Has standards for safety
Impact - Answer the shock-absorbing capacity of the helmet
Penetration - Answer the ability of the helmet to withstand a blow from a sharp object
Retention - Answer the ability of the chin strap to stay fastened without breaking or stretching
Peripheral vision - Answer the amount of side vision (minimum of 105 degrees to each side)
Because its protective qualities have diminished - Answer Why replace a perfectly good
helmet every two to four years?
foot length - Answer Your _________ allows you to keep control of the vehicle, including the
ability to brake.
upper legs - Answer Your ______ keeps control of the vehicle.
grip reach - Answer Your _________ helps you turn and steer.
less - Answer If your elbows are _______ than right angles, your arms are too long and
steering will be difficult.
Throttle reach - Answer ____________ is very important to your control of speed and
handling.
brake reach - Answer The _____________ controls stopping.
first - Answer The _______ joint of your middle finger should extend beyond the brake lever.
T-CLOC - Answer Before each ride, you need to complete a pre-ride inspection of your ATV to
make sure it is working correctly. An easy way to remember what to check before riding is the
acronym _________.
Tires and wheels - Answer What does the T in T-CLOC stand for?
