All Terrain Vehicle Safety

ATV’s are the cause of countless accidents on the farm and in rural areas. ATV’s can easily tip over at high speeds or on rough terrain, sending drivers and riders flying off or getting caught underneath the wheels. Safe ATV practices are absolutely necessary for all operators. These materials are a great start to learning about ATV safety.

Design your own ATV Safety Program today! Here’s what you’ll need:

• Program Script: ATV Safety Program Script

Related Handouts:

• ATVs Be Informed - Can Your Child Safely Perform Farm Work on an ATV?
• ATV Safety Quiz

Related Websites:

• ATV Safety Institute @ www.atvsafety.org
• ATV Safety & Laws in Kansas @ www.atvsafety.gov/state/kansas.html
• ATV Safety Tips @ http://www.motosport.com/atv/atv-parts/atv-riding-tips/

Kansas Teaching Standards for All Terrain Vehicle Safety

Standards for Grades 7-8 Health Education

• Content Standard: Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
  • Standard 1: The student will comprehend concepts related to health-promotion and disease-prevention as related to:
    • c) Injury prevention and safety 
• Content Standard: Self-Management
  • Standard 3: The student will demonstrate the ability to practice health-enhancing behaviors and reduce health risks.
  • Benchmark 3: The student will recognize risky and harmful health behaviors.
    

Questions? Contact the Safety Division at 785/587-6150.