OMAHA, Nebraska – It may appear to be like a toy, but the power found in allterrain vehicles can quickly turn deadly when they are misused, based on information from the Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health. In 2016, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services documented 578 hospital emergency room visits due to ATV incidents. Nationally, between 1982 and 2016, 44% of child fatalities related to ATV incidents were children ages 12 and under. “Education for awareness of safe behaviors related to ATV use is lifesaving for all ages,” Susan Harris, University of Nebraska Extension educator in rural health, wellness and safety, said. Through the Nebraska Extension, Harris offers a program to promote ATV awareness and safety for owners and riders. Part of the program is a custom-made simulator that mimics actual ATV riding experiences to help participants learn about safe riding behaviors and laws. “The four specific safety practices for using ATVs include age…