Post by Wyldcomfort on Apr 12, 2007 21:43:08 GMT -5
Okay everyone!! We did such a good job with SB 49 the Senators and Reps are a little gun shy when it comes to ATV bills so it will make it harder to get SB 101 (the one we have participated in and amended) through. It is almost done being rewritten and it's next step is with the same poor Senators we bombarded with opposition to SB 49. Rather than bombard them again lets work hard to get it in the press. Please contact your local press and let them know what our group has done and how wonderful it is when everyone can come together, roll up thier sleaves, leave the egos at the door and come up with solutions based on fact. We are families that care and have made a difference. I will be happy to send you whatever you may need for an interview. WE have done this - you, me, all the moms, dads, grandmas, and grandpas...WITH Parks and Rec, ATVA, AMA, Senators and Reps, Oregon Dealers Assoc., Oregon Power Sports, local clubs and lots of other organizations and families .For the people, by the people. Whoever would have thought it possible!!! The average Joe can make a difference...very cool and what a great example for our kids!! It gives me the warm fuzzies and makes me feel so proud to be a part of this great democratic process!! So, please spread the word on this wonderful collaborative effort- pass it on to all your contacts and ask them to join us in supporting Senate Bill 101!!!! As always with friendship and gratitude, Lindy
The main parts of this bill includes:
Safety training for all. The actual program will be addressed in Oregon Statute and will be based on a rider fit program. It hasn't been designed yet but basically adults will take an on-line course, those with ?? years of experience can "test" out. Children will have an online portion - then will have a hands on training that must be attended with a parent, legal guardian, etc.
Rider fit no minimum age - (below for idea only - we will have a worksession with Parks to put together ours) We will be the first state with no min. age and rider fit!!
Supervision for children under 16 years of age - "who is able to provide immediate assistance and direction to the youth operator."
Parks has some other amendments addressing funding, etc. but we didn't get involved with that portion of it.
What the statistics tell you is this - young children die from suffocation when an ATV flips over on them without an adult present to remove it. For older children, at risk behavior (speeding, no helmets, operating on roadways) is the major cause of fatals. In almost every case, supervision is key as well as helmet use, in preventing these tragic accidents. We hope to have a training program that effectively addresses these concerns and risks directly to a parent and also inform them of the laws and penalties, as well as rider fit guidelines, that effect this sport. Essentially, the parents will now be held accountable for the consequences and penalties rather than the entire sport.
It has been an honor as a private citizen - to have been allowed the participation in this great process.
Rider Fit Guideline to be established by ORS: (this is what CPSC and other states use - there may be some slight changes but this gives you a good overview)
Follow the Fit Guidelines. It’s important that your ATV fits you like a glove. But how do you know if you’re riding a machine that’s too big or small? Check the following rules!
Clearance between ATV seat and inseam while standing up on footpegs. To stand up and properly absorb shocks through the legs while riding on rough terrain, you have to have the right clearance between your seat and inseam. Proper clearance also keeps the seat from hitting you during a ride, possibly throwing you over the handlebars. You’ll need three to six inches clearance between the ATV seat and inseam while standing up on footpegs. (The maximum will be controlled by the reference point below.)
Upper Legs. The upper portion of your leg, from about the top of your knee to your hip, should be about horizontal. This helps you control your ATV. A little above or below horizontal shouldn’t be a problem, but huge differences (knees significantly below or above the hips) should be checked by an adult. If your knees are quite a bit above the hips, turn the handle bars in both directions and check for contact with knees or legs.
Foot Length. Check and see if you can brake correctly. Lock the heel of your right shoe against the footpeg or in the proper position on the running board. Your toe should be able to depress the footbrake with a simple downward rotation of your foot. Check if you have any contact with the engine or exhaust protrusions. You should be able to use the brakes consistently without hesitation. (The same rule applies to the ATV’s left side, where the gearshift is located.)
Grip Reach. To steer and balance correctly, sit normally on your ATV with your hands on the handlebars. Your elbows should have a distinct angle between your upper arm and forearm. If your elbows are straight out, you won’t be able to turn the handlebars. (Make sure you aren’t leaning forward to compensate for a short reach.) If your elbows are at less than right angles, you are too large for the ATV and steering and maintaining balance will be difficult.
Throttle Reach. To control your speed and handling, check your throttle reach. With your right hand in the normal operating position, check to see if your thumb can easily operate the throttle. Turn the handlebars to the extreme left and right positions. Check again for any interference with easy operation.
Brake Reach. Make sure you have good stopping control. Place your hands in the normal operating position, with fingers straight out. Check to see if the first joint (from the tip) of your middle finger extends beyond the brake lever. If not, your hand is too small to effectively grasp the lever in an emergency. Make sure your thumb also reaches the engine stop switch. Squeeze the brake lever a few times to be sure you can comfortably use the controls.
The main parts of this bill includes:
Safety training for all. The actual program will be addressed in Oregon Statute and will be based on a rider fit program. It hasn't been designed yet but basically adults will take an on-line course, those with ?? years of experience can "test" out. Children will have an online portion - then will have a hands on training that must be attended with a parent, legal guardian, etc.
Rider fit no minimum age - (below for idea only - we will have a worksession with Parks to put together ours) We will be the first state with no min. age and rider fit!!
Supervision for children under 16 years of age - "who is able to provide immediate assistance and direction to the youth operator."
Parks has some other amendments addressing funding, etc. but we didn't get involved with that portion of it.
What the statistics tell you is this - young children die from suffocation when an ATV flips over on them without an adult present to remove it. For older children, at risk behavior (speeding, no helmets, operating on roadways) is the major cause of fatals. In almost every case, supervision is key as well as helmet use, in preventing these tragic accidents. We hope to have a training program that effectively addresses these concerns and risks directly to a parent and also inform them of the laws and penalties, as well as rider fit guidelines, that effect this sport. Essentially, the parents will now be held accountable for the consequences and penalties rather than the entire sport.
It has been an honor as a private citizen - to have been allowed the participation in this great process.
Rider Fit Guideline to be established by ORS: (this is what CPSC and other states use - there may be some slight changes but this gives you a good overview)
Follow the Fit Guidelines. It’s important that your ATV fits you like a glove. But how do you know if you’re riding a machine that’s too big or small? Check the following rules!
Clearance between ATV seat and inseam while standing up on footpegs. To stand up and properly absorb shocks through the legs while riding on rough terrain, you have to have the right clearance between your seat and inseam. Proper clearance also keeps the seat from hitting you during a ride, possibly throwing you over the handlebars. You’ll need three to six inches clearance between the ATV seat and inseam while standing up on footpegs. (The maximum will be controlled by the reference point below.)
Upper Legs. The upper portion of your leg, from about the top of your knee to your hip, should be about horizontal. This helps you control your ATV. A little above or below horizontal shouldn’t be a problem, but huge differences (knees significantly below or above the hips) should be checked by an adult. If your knees are quite a bit above the hips, turn the handle bars in both directions and check for contact with knees or legs.
Foot Length. Check and see if you can brake correctly. Lock the heel of your right shoe against the footpeg or in the proper position on the running board. Your toe should be able to depress the footbrake with a simple downward rotation of your foot. Check if you have any contact with the engine or exhaust protrusions. You should be able to use the brakes consistently without hesitation. (The same rule applies to the ATV’s left side, where the gearshift is located.)
Grip Reach. To steer and balance correctly, sit normally on your ATV with your hands on the handlebars. Your elbows should have a distinct angle between your upper arm and forearm. If your elbows are straight out, you won’t be able to turn the handlebars. (Make sure you aren’t leaning forward to compensate for a short reach.) If your elbows are at less than right angles, you are too large for the ATV and steering and maintaining balance will be difficult.
Throttle Reach. To control your speed and handling, check your throttle reach. With your right hand in the normal operating position, check to see if your thumb can easily operate the throttle. Turn the handlebars to the extreme left and right positions. Check again for any interference with easy operation.
Brake Reach. Make sure you have good stopping control. Place your hands in the normal operating position, with fingers straight out. Check to see if the first joint (from the tip) of your middle finger extends beyond the brake lever. If not, your hand is too small to effectively grasp the lever in an emergency. Make sure your thumb also reaches the engine stop switch. Squeeze the brake lever a few times to be sure you can comfortably use the controls.