%0 Journal Article
%T A comparison of ATV-related behaviors, exposures, and injuries between farm youth and nonfarm youth
%J Journal of rural health
%D 2005
%A Jones, Ches S.
%A Bleeker, Jeanne
%V 21
%N 1
%P 70-73
%X CONTEXT: All terrain vehicles (ATVs) are a popular form of transportation and recreation for youth. ATVs are also convenient for farm-related activities. However, the impact of the farming environment on ATV-related injuries is not clear. PURPOSE: To determine differences in ATV-related behaviors, exposures, risk factors, and injuries between farm youth and their nonfarm peers. METHODS: A cross-sectional study design was used. A survey was administered to 652 youths in agricultural education programs throughout the state of Arkansas. RESULTS: A majority (60%) of students have operated ATVs within the past month. Cross tabulations found that farm youth who rode ATVs were more likely to be white and male, to own a 3-wheel ATV, and to ride more often with a single rider. Risk factors for sustaining an ATV-related injury were frequency of use and the number of persons on the ATV. CONCLUSIONS: Study findings suggest that ATV use among farm youth does differ from their nonfarm peers. ATV use among all youth is a safety concern in Arkansas because of the behaviors and exposures that the youth cited.
%G en
%I John Wiley and Sons
%@ 0890-765X
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1748-0361.2005.tb00064.x