ATV/UTV Orientation & Training Checklist
Complete this before operating any ATV, UTV, or side-by-side on location and submit it to the Transportation Coordinator & Production Safety Department.
Operator & Orientation Details
Operator's Name
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First Name
Middle Name
Last Name
Date
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Month
 -
Day
Year
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
Date
Department
Please Select
Operations
Maintenance
Transportation
Safety
Other
Supervisor / Transportation Coordinator
First Name
Middle Name
Last Name
Location
Vehicle Make / Model
Vehicle Type Selection
Vehicle type
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ATV (straddle-seat, single rider)
UTV / Side-by-Side (bench or bucket seating)
Orientation & Training Checklist
Manufacturer's operator's manual reviewed for this specific vehicle make/model
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Yes
Valid driver's license and/or operator certification confirmed on file
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Yes
Minimum age and passenger requirements explained
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Yes
Required PPE reviewed and provided
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DOT-approved helmet
Eye protection
Gloves
Over-the-ankle closed-toe footwear
Seatbelt use required at all times on UTV/side-by-side; ATVs are single-rider only with no passengers
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Yes
Pre-operation inspection procedure demonstrated
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Tires
Brakes
Throttle
Lights
Fluid levels
Mirrors
Vehicle controls and features reviewed
*
Throttle
Brakes
Parking brake
Gear/range shift
4WD engagement
Roll cage
Seatbelts
Cargo bed limits
Maximum passenger capacity explained and understood
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Yes
Maximum load, cargo bed, and towing capacity reviewed
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Yes
Designated on-site routes, no-go zones, and posted speed limits reviewed
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Yes
Terrain-specific hazards reviewed
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Hills
Inclines
Water crossings
Soft ground
Ruts
Wildlife
Pedestrians/Crew
Safe operating procedure on hills/inclines reviewed
*
Travel straight up/down
No sharp turns on slopes
Reduced speed
Emergency shutdown procedure reviewed
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Yes
Radio/communication protocol for on-set operation reviewed
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Yes
Procedure for transporting camera, grip, or other production equipment reviewed
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Yes
Rules for transporting cast/crew reviewed
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Side-by-side only
Seatbelts required
No riding in cargo bed
Prohibition on operating under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or while fatigued/impaired reviewed
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Yes
Weather and visibility restrictions reviewed
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Yes
Night operation lighting requirements reviewed if applicable
Yes
Not applicable
Procedure for reporting vehicle damage, mechanical defects, or near-misses reviewed
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Yes
Proper parking, securing, and shutdown procedure at end of use reviewed
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Yes
Location of first aid facilities and nearest hospital reviewed
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Yes
Transportation Coordinator contact information
*
Production Safety Representative contact information
*
Certification & Signatures
Certification Statement
Operator Signature
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Date
*
 -
Month
 -
Day
Year
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
Date
Orientation Given By Signature
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Submit to Transportation Coordinator & Production Safety Department
Submit to Transportation Coordinator & Production Safety Department
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