HELMET
• A helmet is the most important piece of protective equipment
and should be worn at all
times the vehicle is being ridden.
– Select a helmet that complies with the current Australian
Standard 1 for off road vehicle users. These helmets must meet
the requirements for on-road and off-road use.
– Ensure the helmet fits the operator correctly, & is securely
fastened and provides good, all-round visibility. A poorly-fitting
or loose helmet can become dislodged in an incident and then
offer no protection at all.
– Operators should not share helmets but instead use personal
helmets for size and hygiene reasons.
EYE PROTECTION
• Eye protection is recommended to prevent eye injuries and
can prevent debris your face and distracting you. Sunglasses
will not provide adequate physical protection. Suitable types of
eye protection include:
– Helmets fitted with visors (check visibility of tinted visors in low
light conditions), or Training module GMX Quad bike/ ATV range
May 2012 Page 9 – a pair of riding goggles. If goggles are worn,
ensure they are good safety goggles, are well-ventilated, and
able to be securely fastened.
GLOVES
• Gloves are recommended to provide protection from abrasions
and help to keep your hands from getting sore, tired or cold.
Note that rigger’s or construction gloves may become slippery
when wet and are not advisable for use with quad bikes.
FOOTWEAR
• Sturdy footwear is recommended (preferably boots that come
up past your ankle with strong uppers for gear changes.)
• Heels will prevent your feet from slipping off the foot decks.
CLOTHING
• Arms and legs should be covered to reduce abrasions to the
body, even in hot weather.
• Trousers should be close-fitting and in good condition
