Alcohol is related to 30% of all hospi-
tal admissions due to ATV accidents in
the U.S. This isn't an issue of morality.
It's extremely dangerous to drink alco-
holic beverages and ride... it's also very
foolish. When the alcohol starts kick-
ing in and you're tearing along on your
ATV, those odds can catch up to you.
your ATV ride.
THE EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL*
The Number of Drinks that Impair Mental and Physical Abilities
Mental processes such as restraint, awareness, concentra-
tion, and judgment affected; reaction time slowed; inability
Depth perception, glare recovery, eye movement, and focus
Coordination deteriorates, loss of critical judgment, and
*According to the ATV Safety Institute.
Sound Judgment
Alcohol and Drug
Consumption
Substances to avoid when riding:
1. Alcohol
2. Over-the-counter or prescription drugs
3. Illegal/mood altering drugs
1-2 DRINKS
3-4 DRINKS
5+ DRINKS
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WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that could
result in a serious injury or death.
Be aware of prescription and over-the-
counter medications. Drowsiness and
impaired judgment can be caused by a
wide variety of medications. The same
is true of allergy, cold, flu, and head-
ache medications. Your physical size
and weight can't protect you... just one
antihistamine tablet can affect your
judgment.
If your sense of adventure persuades
you to do illegal drugs when you're
riding your ATV, this is a reality check.
Something to think about there can
be legal consequences that will take
away all that freedom you love. Don't
use alcohol or drugs before or during
to perform complicated tasks.
affected; decreased judgment and control.
impaired memory and comprehension.
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