Checklists

Basic OHV Safety Gear

• Helmet
• Eye Protection
• Long Sleeved Shirt
• Pants
• Gloves
• Over the Ankle Boots

Additional Safety Gear

• Neck Brace
• Chest Protector
• Elbow Pads
• Knee Pads
• Kidney Belt
• Mouth Guard

OHV Maintenance Checklist

• Check engine oil
• Check transmission fluid
• Check brake fluid
• Check radiator coolant
• Check windshield wiper fluid
• Check fan belts
• Check hoses
• Check air filter
• Check seat belts
• Check tire air pressure
• Check for tire wear or damage
• Tighten drive shaft U-bolts
• Check and tighten lug nuts
• Check for frame cracks
• Check brake pads and shoes
• Check for loose bolts or nuts throughout vehicle
• Grease all fittings
• Check gear oils: Transfer case/differentials
• Check winch for proper operation
• Check shocks

Pre-Trip Preparation

• Contact Volunteer Specialist
• Check your registration and certification
• Obtain maps
• Check the weather
• Plan access to food, lodging, and gas
• Pack plenty of water (hydrate on the way to the trailhead)
• Be familiar and take inventory of first aid/survival kit
• Inventory and be familiar with tool kit and owner’s manual
• Double check that machines are loaded properly
• Complete appropriate OHV training
• Wear all safety gear (including extra clothing)
• Leave a copy of your route plan with another person
• Carry sufficient Water

On Trail

• Never host a trail alone
• Designate a leader and a “tail gunner”
• Travel with your head lights on for safety
• Obey posted speed limits
• Use appropriate hand signals
• Maintain visual contact with rider behind you
• Track your progress on your map or GPS unit

Post-Trip

• Perform a post ride check of your OHV for damage
• Wash OHV to find mechanical issues
• Replace items used from tool kits or first aid kits

First Aid Kit

• Activated Charcoal (use only if instructed by Poison Control Center)
• Adhesive Tape
• Antiseptic Ointment
• Alcohol Swabs, individually wrapped
• Band-Aids (assorted sizes)
• Blanket
• Cold Pack
• Disposable Gloves
• Gauze Pads and Roller Gauze (assorted sized)
• Hand Cleaner
• Plastic Bags
• Scissors and Tweezers
• Small Flashlight and Extra Batteries
• Ipecac (use only if instructed by Poison Control Center)
• Triangular Bandage
• Burn Ointment
• Snake Bite Kit
• Disposable Emergency Blanket
• Instant Cold Pack
• Instant Hot Pack
• Medications

Survival Kit

• Cutting Tool (hand saw, knife, hatchet, etc.)
• Safety Glasses
• Leather Gloves
• Fire Extinguisher
• Flares
• Tarp
• Flashlights
• Matches/Lighter
• Water and Food
• Extra Clothes
• Toilet Paper, Anti-Microbial Hand Cleaner, etc.
• Sun Block
• Rain Jacket
• Communication Devices
• Power Inverter if Necessary
• Trash Bags
• Maps and Information about the Area
• Compass or GPS
• Water Purification Tablets