All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety :

Children & All-Terrain Vehicles

All-terrain vehicles, commonly known as ATVs, are three- or four-wheeled machines specifically designed for off-road travel. As bigger and faster ATVs have been introduced to the market over the past decade, ATV-related deaths and injuries have increased substantially in every age group. However, in 2003 children accounted for nearly one third of all ATV-related injuries. ATVs are inherently difficult to operate, and children under the age of 16 do not have the cognitive and physical capabilities to operate these vehicles safely. Safe Kids recommends that children under the age of 16 should never ride or operate ATVs of any size, including youth-sized ATVs.

ATV Quick Facts

NC ATV Safety Law

ATV Safety Tips

ATV Local Programs and Resources

Safe Kids Charlotte Mecklenburg partners with NC Safe Kids for ATV safety

Additional Information on ATV Safety:
www.atvsafety.org
www.atv-youth.org
www.buckleupnc.org
www.ncsafekids.org
www.usa.safekids.org