The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has called for further initiatives for government to improve the safe use of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs).
This request follows the release of the Coroner’s report into the death of Myley Maxwell in New South Wales in 2016.
FCAI praises the Coroner for recognising the need for clear guidelines across the use of ATVs, commonly used in rural areas. Protocols in the report align with that of the FCAI, and includes implementing safety factors such as:
- Wearing a helmet
- Banning passengers from single seat ATVs
- Banning children under 16 from riding adult-size ATVs
FCAI chief executive Tony Weber says more needs to be done to prevent tragic accidents for ATV drivers and riders.
“Manufacturers want to reduce any incidents involving ATVs and are especially focussed on the safe use of these machines around children.”
“Helmets, the correct use of the ATV, and a safety-first approach are the answers, and we urge both state and federal governments to heed the findings of coronial investigations and emphasise these safety initiatives,” adds Weber.
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