ATV Safety Tips
People who lack the experience to safely operate an All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) have a much higher risk of injury compared to experienced operators. Some safety measures that you can take while operating an ATV are:
-Be aware of your surroundings at all times
-Always inspect your ATV prior to riding it
-Use the proper protective equipment and clothing while operating an ATV
-Become familiar with your ATV by reading the operators manual
It is so important to follow the aforemention safety tips as here are some of the ATV statistics for the United States:
-ATV related injuries that needed emergency room visits have gone up 100% in a five year period
-35% of all ATV related deaths occur to individuals under 16 years of age
-Head and neck injuries are associated with over 70% of fatal ATV personal injuries
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