Today's Snowmobile Rider in Utah Table of Contents

• Home Page
• About the Online Course
• Welcome Message

Snowmobile Resources

• Basic Snowmobile Safety Code
• Snowmobile Resources
• Snowmobile Trail Signs

Chapter 1: Preparing To Ride

• Chapter One Objectives
• History of Snowmobiles
• Snowmobile Clubs
• Learning About Your Snowmobile
• Common Snowmobile Parts
• Developing the Seven Traits of a Safe Snowmobiler
• Adjusting the Snowmobile to Your Size and Riding Style
• Performing Pre-Season Maintenance
• Maintaining a Clean, Quiet Machine
• Transporting a Snowmobile
• Preventing Theft
• Preparing Your Snowmobile for Storage
• Preparing for Emergencies
• Preparing Yourself for Snowmobiling
• Safeguarding Yourself With Protective Gear and Clothing
• Dressing for Cold Weather
• Protecting the Environment
• Tread Lightly!®
• Chapter 1 Review Questions

Chapter 2: Riding Your Snowmobile

• Chapter Two Objectives
• Inspecting Your Snowmobile Before You Ride: START-GO
• Front-to-Back Inspection Process
• Before Starting Your Snowmobile
• Starting Your Snowmobile
• Positioning Yourself for Safer Riding
• Beginning to Ride
  • Riding Uphill
  • Riding Downhill
  • Traversing a Hill
  • Turning
  • Crossing a Road
• Stopping a Snowmobile
• Practicing Your Riding Skills
• Planning a Group Ride
• Snowmobile Hand Signals
• Maneuvering on Different Terrains
• Recovering from Mishaps
• Towing a Disabled Snowmobile
• Anticipating Weather Conditions
• Developing Special Riding Skills
  • Carrying a Passenger
  • Night Riding
• Chapter 2 Review Questions

Chapter 3: Riding Safely and Responsibly

• Chapter Three Objectives
• Using the Buddy System
• Making Safety a Habit on Short, Unplanned Trips
• Staying Alert To Avoid Riding Fatigue
• Understanding the Dangers of Alcohol and Drugs
• Observing the Code of Safety
• Using Courteous Trail Etiquette
• Operating Safely in Darkness
• Obeying All Trail and Road Restrictions
• Chapter 3 Review Questions

Chapter 4: Preparing for the Unexpected

• Chapter Four Objectives
• Preparing for Snowmobiling Risks
  • PLAN Properly
  • What to Bring Along
• Using Maps
• Selecting a Compass
• Coping in Remote Areas
  • Survival Skills
  • Basics of Cold Survival Without Fire
  • Basic First Aid
• Coping With Extreme Weather
  • Hypothermia
  • Frostbite
• Chapter 4 Review Questions

Chapter 5: Observing OHV Laws in Utah

• Chapter Five Objectives
• What Is an Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV)?
• Understanding Operator Requirements
• Meeting OHV Equipment Requirements
• Avoiding Prohibited Uses
• Operating Your OHV Legally
• Driving Under the Influence
• Obeying Law Enforcement Officers
• Responding After an Accident
• Chapter 5 Review Questions

Testing

• Practice Test
• Certification Exam