With summer in full swing, many adults, teenagers, and kids pass the time by ATV riding. This can be a great outdoor activity for everyone to get involved in, but it can also be dangerous. You should be aware of the safety precautions to take in order to keep everyone safe.

Below are a few tips to keep in mind this summer while out riding your ATVs-

• Size matters- No one under the age of 16 should drive an adult ATV. Make sure everyone riding has an ATV that is the appropriate size!
• Protect your assets- Make sure everyone is wearing an ATV helmet that includes face and eye protection. Wearing the correct safety gear can make a huge difference in case of an accident!
• Don’t drink and ATV- Drinking and riding an ATV is illegal and drastically increases your odds of having a serious accident.
• Go back to school- Taking an ATV safety course is a great way to stay safe. Driving an ATV is not the same as driving a car or a motorcycle. Taking an ATV course will give you the skills necessary to safely operate an ATV.
• Technology is your friend- Make sure someone knows where you’re going and always take your cell phone with you! If you have an accident you’ll be able to get help quickly.
• Stay off the road- Make sure you keep your ATV riding to the appropriate trails and paths.
• Pay attention- Minimize distractions and make sure you’re fully focused on driving your ATV.

 

 

For more ATV safety tips, head on over to ATVsafety.gov.

If you’ve been in an ATV accident, call Kyle today at 770-744-5250 for your free consultation!