Deaths among drivers of off-road vehicles after collisions with trail gates--New Hampshire, 1997-2002.
During April-July 2002, three deaths occurred on New Hampshire trails when adolescents driving off-highway recreational vehicles (OHRVs) collided with trail gates. Because of these three incidents, the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services conducted a study to determine the extent of the problem and characteristics of the fatal events. This report describes trail gate fatalities in New Hampshire during 1997-2002. To prevent trail gate collisions, efforts should focus on increased enforcement of OHRV operating rules, driver education, enhanced gate visibility, and improved signage.
D000059:Accidents / Q000401:mortality*; D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009513:New Hampshire / Q000453:epidemiology; D015541:Off-Road Motor Vehicles / Q000706:statistics & numerical data