1.4 Regulations
There are rules and regulations regarding vehicle registration, including where and when they can be operated. These laws differ by State, so be sure to check into those if you will be using a vehicle in another state. For those of you living and operating in Nebraska, here is a brief summary.
Nebraska State Laws – ATVs
- ATVs sold on or after January 1, 2004 must be titled.
- ATVs may never be registered for on-road use.
- ATV use on public streets or highways is prohibited.
- Except to cross these roads or for agricultural/farming purposes.
- No ATV shall be operated without a lighted headlight and taillight from ½ hour after sunset to ½ hour before sunrise.
- State agency that regulates ATVs:
What are your local laws for ATV/UTV and farm equipment on public roadways?
OSHA Standards Related to ATV/UTV Use on Feedyards
There are no specific national OSHA regulations that list ATVs/UTVs. Safety violations are cited under the General Duty Clause with specific references to general industry standards developed through the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America.
Guidelines from the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America are included in this training module.
Review
Work through these interactive questions to review the important concepts discussed.