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Overview

The main purpose of the ORV safety education course is to educate and develop safe, knowledgeable and responsible ORV owners and operators. Topics covered include correct riding techniques, protective equipment, understanding terrain and trail operation, laws and regulations, causes and prevention of crashes, and environmental concerns and reporting responsibility. 

Additional Information

Description

Any ORV operator under 16 years old riding on public or private land is required to pass an approved ORV safety course. Michigan’s ORV education course is taught by a dedicated core of certified volunteer instructors, sheriff’s deputies and Michigan conservation officers. 

About the Class: 
  • In person, traditional classroom setting 
  • 6 hours minimum class time 
  • Written test (75% or better to pass) 
  • No minimum age requirement; however, students under 10 years of age shall be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or other adult approved by parent or legal guardian. 
Managed & Approved by:

Michigan Department of Natural Resources


Search Results

Oct 2023

ORV Safety Education

Registration Open 24 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Wayland Union Schools Transportation
851 Wildcat Drive
Wayland, MI 49348
Date & Times:
Oct 21, 2023 9:00AM - 5:00PM EDT

Taught by:

David W. Long Jr

ORV Safety Education

Registration Open 47 of 49 seats remaining

Location:

East Jordan Trailblazers
5586 Mt Bliss Rd
East Jordan, MI 49727
Date & Times:
Oct 21, 2023 9:00AM - 4:00PM EDT

Taught by:

Archie B Cole

Nov 2023

ORV Safety Education

Registration Open 30 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Oakland County Sheriff's Office
1200 N Telegraph
Bldg 57W
Pontiac, MI 48341
Date & Times:
Nov 18, 2023 8:00AM - 3:00PM EST

Taught by:

Daniel P Botruff