R650-412-3. Curriculum Standards

(1) The division may approve an OHV safety and education course if the course, at a minimum, provides instruction on: (a) a description of OHV riding in Utah; (b) an overview of the Division's OHV regulatory responsibilities; (c) the meaning of OHV terminology, including throttle, fuel shut-off valve, brakes, gear shift, engine stop switch, choke, spark arrestor/muffler, headlights, engine, footrest, ignition switch, and other operational components integral to the safe operation of an OHV; (d) Utah laws applicable to the operation of OHVs; (e) riding positions, turning, and stopping; (f) hypothermia, wind chill, and cold weather survival; (g) riding on different types of terrain; (h) pre-ride inspections; (i) loading a trailer; (j) crossing roads and highways; (k) dangers of operating an OHV under the influence of drugs and alcohol; (l) ethics, responsible riding, and trail etiquette; (m) Tread Lightly; (n) proper safety equipment; and (o) where applicable, information on the operation of snowmobiles, and instruction on avalanche safety. (2) A course provider shall present an OHV safety and education course at a level appropriate for the average fourth grade student.