Click here for a list of frequently asked questions about the Oregon Online ATV Safety Education Course. Click here to go to our main All-Terrain Vehicle web site, www.oregonOHV.org where you can find out everything you need to know about what you need to ride and where.
ATV education is currently required in many states. An approved ATV safety course is required to comply with the laws and regulations in those jurisdictions. Depending on your age, you may be required to have the ATV Safety Education Card. For more information, see the Oregon ATV Laws and Regulations page.
The fee for taking either the Oregon Offroad Ed Course or the Oregon Challenge Exam is $34.95. Do you need Oregon ATV education? All operators of Class I and III ATVs must have an ATV Safety Education Card.
The ATV Safety Education Card will arrive within 30 days after you complete all certification requirements. How do I replace my ATV Safety Education Card if I’ve lost it or it has been damaged? To replace a lost or destroyed ATV Safety Education Card, you can order a duplicate by calling 1-877-772-3359.
The fee for taking either the Oregon Offroad Ed Course or the Oregon Challenge Exam is $34.95.
All operators of Class I and III ATVs must have an ATV Safety Education Card.
There is no minimum age requirement to take this online course.
You do not have to be a resident of Oregon to take this online course.
The Oregon Offroad Ed Course is approved and accepted by the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.
Most states and provinces that have mandatory education requirements will accept the ATV Safety Education Card. (This is known as “reciprocity.”) I...
If you choose to take the Oregon Challenge Exam and successfully pass it, you do not have to take the Oregon Offroad Ed Course. If you take the cou...
The Certification Exam is the exam you take at the end of the online course. You must score at least 80% on the Certification Exam to pass. You hav...
Once you pass and pay for the online course or, if you're eligible, the Oregon Challenge Exam, you will be able to immediately print your proof of...
Then you need to succesfully complete an approved Oregon ATV Safety Course before riding on public lands. ATVcourse.com is a delegated provider for the Oregon Parks & Recreation Department.
In 2014, all riders in Oregon are required to take an approved Oregon ATV Safety Course and carry the Oregon ATV Safety Education Card with them while riding on public lands.
Class I (quad, 3-wheelers) – ATV Safety Education Card required for all ages.
Once the youth has completed an approved online course, the youth will be given an “Instructional Permit” containing an 11-digit ATV Safety Education Card number. After the youth has gained some riding experience and is familiar with the vehicle, it’s now time to find a hands-on course.
Adult Supervision is required for youth operators under age 16. By law, a supervisor is defined as a person who is at least 18 years of age, holds a valid ATV Safety Education Card, and is able to provide immediate direction and assistance to the youth. Some of the worst accidents have been due to a lack of adult supervision.
How to Get Your ATV Safety Card. Step one is to take an approved online course. Once the online course is complete , the youth will receive an “Instructional Permit” that is good for 180-days so the youth can get riding experience and familiarity with the vehicle under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
Turning of Handlebars: The operator must be able to turn the handlebars from lock to lock while maintaining grip on the handlebars and maintaining throttle and brake control.
Leg Length: When sitting and with feet on the pegs, the knees must be bent at least 45 degrees.
Note: Hands-on Evaluation courses assess the skills of an operator who feels they have experience while Hands-on Training courses assume no previous experience or skill.
All-Terrain Vehicle. A type of OHV with low-pressure, knobby tires designed for riding on unpaved surfaces.
Off-Highway Vehicle. A two-, three-, or four-wheeled vehicle that has a motor and is designed for riding on unpaved surfaces. OHVs are also commonly known as ORVs.
UTVs are not designed for use on paved surfaces. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. 725 Summer St. NE, Suite C Salem , OR 97301 800-551-6949. Study Guide.
The Oregon Offroad Ed Course is approved and accepted by the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.
If someone does not have access to the internet or for some other reason is physically unable to take the on-line course, please have them call our ATV hotline toll free at 877-772-3359 (877-7SAFELY) for an equivalency course application.
1. Take the online course and pass the test on this website. 1-2 hours. 2. You will receive a plastic card in the mail. You may print a 30-day temporary card on your home printer. 3. Carry the card when you are riding.
All riders must have an ATV Safety Education Card . There is no minimum age to take the online course, though some children may have a difficult time with the course material. We strongly encourage parents to go through the course materials and test with their child/children. One parent may sign up with up to 4 kids under a family account and all will be issued cards upon passing the test. Adults supervising youth must also have the card.