Spring and riding ATVs seem to go together. However, ATV accidents can lead to tragedy when precautions are not followed, says University of Missouri Extension health and safety specialist Karen Funkenbusch.
ATVs can offer hours of fun in the days ahead when riders observe safety rules. She says it is important to teach young riders rules of the road and to teach by example.
ATVs have no center of gravity or roll bars. Traveling at speeds of up to 65 miles per hour, they can tip easily and throw passengers. Riding in rural areas require special precautions. Keep in mind that ATVs often are ridden in areas that may have limited cellphone service and may be difficult to reach by emergency vehicles.
Prepare for the unexpected, Funkenbusch says. Carry a first-aid kit, flashlight, toolkit and supply of water on your ATV.
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