All-terrain vehicle-related nonfatal injuries among young riders: United States, 2001-2003

The objective of this study was to estimate the numbers and rates of ATV-related nonfatal injuries to riders aged >15 years who were treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments 2001-2003. It was concluded that existing legal regulatory standards are ineffective in reducing injuries among young ATV riders. Renewed efforts by health care providers to counsel parents and advocate for more stringent minimum age requirements are recommended.