ATV and OHV Safety

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Off-Highway Vehicles (OHVs) have become popular for work and recreation. Unfortunately, reported cases of serious injury and death have increased drastically in the last few years. Most of these injuries and deaths can be attributed to improper use of OHVs.

Utah's off-highway vehicle (OHV) laws and rules promote safety and protection for people, property, and the environment. OHVs include any snowmobile, ATV, motorcycle, or other off-highway vehicles capable of travel over unimproved terrain.

An OHV is NOT a toy. Children should not be permitted to operate OHV without specialized training and then they should be allowed to only operate an OHV of an appropriate size. Contact the OHV Safety Institute to enroll in a course.

• OHVs with an engine size of 70cc to 90cc should be operated by people at least 12 years of age.
• OHVs with an engine size of greater than 90cc should only be operated by people at least 16 years of age.
• Wear appropriate riding gear: DOT-, Snell, ANSI-approved helmet, goggles, gloves, over-the-ankle boots, long-sleeve shirt, and long pants.
• Read the owner's manual carefully.
• OHVs are not made for multiple riders. Never carry anyone else on the OHV.
• Any added attachments affect the stability, operating, and braking of the OHV.
• Just because an attachment is available doesn't mean that it can be used without increasing your risk of being injured.
• Do not operate the OHV on streets, highways, or paved roads.