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ATV helmets can save lives. Three hundred people die in ATV, or all-terrain vehicle, accidents every year in the United States. The majority of these deaths are caused by head and spinal cord injuries. The best way to protect yourself and your loved ones from fatal ATV accidents is to wear ATV helmets at all times when operating an all-terrain vehicle.
ATV helmets can also protect riders in the event of a non-fatal accident. The most common injuries that are suffered by survivors of ATV accidents include: head, brain and neck injuries, fractures, abdominal injuries, abrasions, lacerations, and the like. ATV helmets and protective clothing can help to protect riders from suffering these injuries.
In some states, use of ATV helmets is required by law. Studies which compare the rate and cause of death from ATV accidents find that states with mandatory helmet laws have a much lower rate of fatality in ATV accidents compared to those states without these laws.
ATV helmets are especially important when in comes to protecting the health and lives of children who ride ATVs. Some adults may be tempted to hand down their old helmet to a child who rides. This can potentially compromise the child’s safety for a few reasons. Proper fit of ATV helmets is crucial to receiving the protection you need when you need it the most. If a helmet is too large or ill fitting it may fall off or actually injure a child during an accident.
ATV helmets are designed to handle one impact and to last about five years at which point replacement is necessary. There are a number of things that can compromise the integrity of ATV helmets and shorten their lifespan. ATV helmets can melt or become damaged if exposed to heat or a fuel source. Giving a child an old helmet does not guarantee their protection.
In addition to proper fit and quality protection, children’s ATV helmets also offer other desirable and functional features. Child’s ATV helmets often come in bright colors that are easy to spot by other riders. This could reduce the risk of a collision accident. They also come with features like chin straps and visors. The design of ATV helmets, including attractive graphics and logos may encourage a child to don a helmet before going for a ride.
All ATV helmets should be sought for certain safety features. The Department of Transportation will approve ATV helmets, evident by a DOT sticker of approval, when ATV helmets are proven capable of absorbing a significant amount of impact pressure, preventing most types of penetration, and having a quality fastening system. Wearing an ATV helmet that fits right, stays on with considerable movement, and provides comfort, high coverage, and other safety features is essential to protecting yourself from serious injury. If you or a loved one has been injured in an ATV accident, please contact us to speak with a qualified and experienced attorney in your area.
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