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Police offer safety tips for off-road vehicle drivers

Lack of helmet use, alcohol/drug consumption, failure to maintain control are leading factors in collisions: OPP
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Central Region OPP is providing tips in an effort to increase off-road vehicle (ORV) safety.

Police say the leading factors of ORV collisions are lack of helmet use, alcohol and/or drug consumption, and failure to maintain control of the vehicle. They have provided the following information and safety tips:

  • Driving an ORV while impaired by alcohol or drugs is as unlawful as driving any other vehicle and carries the same impaired driving penalties that apply to driving a motor vehicle.
  • Always wear a properly fitted helmet with a secure chin strap. ORV drivers and passengers who do not wear their helmets are at a much higher risk of serious injury or death if they crash, lose control, or their vehicle tips over.
  • Always carry your registration and proof of insurance.
  • Ensure proper display of licence plates according to the Off-Road Vehicles Act.
  • Have a valid trail pass where applicable.
  • Exercise caution when riding on permitted roadways, adjusting to the difference between dirt and pavement.
  • Drive cautiously and familiarize yourself with the required speeds for ORVs.

More information on ORV safety can be found here.



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