Prevention; Safe Riding Clothing And Gear (Operator And Passenger) - Arctic Cat TRV 2015 Operator's Manual

Prevention

Overview
When using this ATV, prevention is the
name of the game. "Had you only known"
something could go wrong, you would
have prevented it. If you don't notice your
conditions and surroundings before riding
your ATV, you give up control over the sit-
uation. Using ATV prevention techniques
helps you forecast potential hazards before
they injure you or damage your ATV.
Following the safety instructions and
warnings in this manual will help you
"P.A.S.S." the safety test. P.A.S.S. stands
for "Prevention,"
"Sound Judgment," and "Supervision."
Remembering P.A.S.S. and what it stands
for will help you have a safe, predictable
ride every time you go out on your ATV.
Safe Riding Clothing
and Gear (Operator
and Passenger)
Always wear clothing suited to the type
of riding you are doing. TRV riding
requires special
which will make you feel more comfort-
able and reduce chances of injury.
You'll find it important to dress correctly for
riding in order to prevent scraped skin and
serious head injuries. It's easy and could save
you time in the long run not having to con-
tend with an injury. Of course, it also makes
sense to remember the seasons. Wear a hat
under your helmet and a snowmobile suit in
the winter and lighter, protective clothing in
the summer. Following is the minimum pro-
tection you need to wear during every ride:
! WARNING
"Active Riding,"
protective clothing
ATV-0004
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Gloves
Your hands are targets for flying objects and
branches. Along with providing skin pro-
tection, gloves will shield your hands from
harsh weather. Wear gloves that are weather
resistant and have a gripping surface to
keep them from sliding off the handlebars.
Off-road style gloves with knuckle pads are
the best for comfort and protection.
Boots/Ankle Protection
Wear a boot that covers the largest possi-
ble area of your leg (preferably up to
your knee) and can handle significant
impact. Choosing boots with low heels
and a good tread will help prevent your
feet from slipping off the footrests in wet
or rugged conditions or getting hurt if
they get hit by rocks, dirt, or branches.
Helmet
Your helmet is the most important piece of
protective gear for safe riding. A helmet
can prevent a severe head injury. There are
several types of helmets on the market, but
make sure you wear a helmet that complies
with the current standards of the U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT), The
Snell Memorial Foundation, or the Ameri-
can National Standards Institute (ANSI).
Helmets that comply with one or more of
these agency's standards have a sticker on
the inside or outside of the helmet.
Helmets should have one of these:
1. DOT label
2. Snell label
3. ANSI Z90.1 label
These helmets should provide full-face
protection.
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