Chapter 5 Objectives
Define “VAST,” and explain the role it plays
in Vermont snowmobiling.
Explain what SSTS stands for
and what it covers.
State the age at which
snowmobilers must complete a snowmobile safety course
in Vermont.
Name the
three stipulations for a child ages 8-11
who operates a snowmobile.
State the
insurance requirements
for Vermont snowmobilers.
State the
speed limits on state lands and frozen lakes
.
Give the
dates of the snowmobile season
.
List the
documentation you must carry at all times
while snowmobiling.
List the
equipment required on a snowmobile
.
State the
personal protection equipment
you must wear in Vermont.
List the steps you must take
if you are involved in an accident
.
State the
legal limit of intoxication for anyone younger than 21 years of age
.
Vermont State Police
Course Overview
Course Overview
Home Page
About This Course
Welcome Message
Course Chapters
1-Preparing to Ride
Ch 1 Objectives
History of Snowmobiles
Learn About Your SMB
Common SMB Parts
The SMB Community
The Safe Rider
Adjusting the SMB
Maintenance
Transporting a SMB
Clean, Quiet Machine
Preventing Theft
Storing Your SMB
Mechanical Problems
Preparing Yourself
Protective Gear
Dress for Cold Weather
Protect the Environment
Tread Lightly!®
2-Riding Your SMB
Ch 2 Objectives
Pre-Ride Inspection
Starting Your SMB
Warming Up Your SMB
Safe Riding Positions
Riding Uphill
Riding Downhill
Traversing a Hill
Turning
Crossing Roads
Stopping a SMB
Riding Practice
Group Riding
Different Terrains
Dealing with Mishaps
Towing Disabled SMB
Anticipating Weather
Carrying Passengers
Night Riding
3-Safe & Responsible
Ch 3 Objectives
The Buddy System
Safe Short Trips
Alcohol & Drugs
Avoid Riding Fatigue
Code of Safety
Trail Etiquette
Trail/Road Restrictions
4-The Unexpected
Ch 4 Objectives
Snowmobile Risks
Reading Maps
Selecting a Compass
Navigate with a GPS
Remote Areas
Hypothermia
Frostbite
5-Vermont Laws
Ch 5 Objectives
Snowmobiling in VT
Education Requirements
Age Requirements
Financial Responsibility
Registering Your SMB
Operating on the SSTS
Operating Legally
Review Questions
Review Questions
Ch 1 Review
Ch 2 Review
Ch 3 Review
Ch 4 Review
Vermont Ch Review
Testing
Certification
Practice Test
Certification Exam
Other
SMB Resources
Safety Code
Other Resources
Trail Signs
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