A family’s warning after 11-year-old breaks 22 bones, needs 7 hours of surgery in ATV accident | “It’s estimated around four kids are seen in an emergency department every hour for an ATV-related injury in the United States.”
Here, he discusses how adult-sized ATVs, passengers, and riding on public roads put youth at risk for injuries and deaths, and how parents can keep their kids safer.
The ATV Safety Institute offers a wide range of resources and training programs for ATV riders of all skill levels, including online courses, hands-on training, and a wealth of safety tips and guidelines.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission provides safety tips and guidelines for ATV riders to follow, including proper safety gear, safe riding practices, and information about vehicle maintenance.
The Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association (ROHVA) promotes the safe and responsible use of recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) manufactured or distributed in the United States. ROHVA is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) to develop a standard for the equipment, configuration and performance requirements of ROVs. Based in Irvine, Calif., the not-for-profit trade association is sponsored by BRP, Honda, Kawasaki, Mahindra, Polaris, Textron Specialized Vehicles, and Yamaha
