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Safety begins with the ATV operator

The Central Region of OPP is reminding outdoor enthusiasts to make every ride a smart ride and a safe ride.
This year, three deaths have occurred while operating an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV), including two adults and one child in OPP patrolled areas of the region.
ATV's are prohibited from all roadways in Ontario unless the municipality has passed a bylaw to make exception to this rule.
ATV enthusiasts must remember that:
• the operator must drive the ATV on the far right hand side of the roadway;
• all riders must always wear an approved helmet;
• drivers must hold a G2 or greater drivers licence (if operated on an allowed roadway);
• 20 km/h is the maximum speed an ATV can travel on roads with a posted speed limit of 50km/h or less;
• ATV's are prohibited from travelling along or across 400 series highways;
• operators must be at least 12 years of age (when operating on trails unsupervised);
• drinking and driving, and impaired by drugs while operating an ATV is a criminal offence and carries the same penalties as operating a vehicle.
• the vehicle must have a properly displayed off-road licence plate;
• an ATV travelling along a road must have its headlights and tail lights on;
• the vehicle must be registered and proof of ownership must be produced at trailside; and
• the ATV owner must have liability insurance and surrender proof upon request.

Post date: 2015-09-02 14:28:09
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