1. Unregistered Motor Vehicles: Safe Operation and Use at Wellesley College

2. Training Objectives – Understand safety concerns of unregistered motorized vehicles on the Wellesley College campus – Review hazards and controls associated with unregistered motorized vehicle use – Gain confidence to take on the task of driving an unregistered motorized vehicle for the College

3. Accident Statistics 15,000 Golf Cart related injuries in U.S. / Year 40% involve falls from Car/Cart 10% involve rollovers Rollovers twice as likely to involve hospital stay

4. Wellesley College Risk Management’s Unregistered Motorized Vehicle Safety Guidelines For Golf Carts and Utility Vehicles Describes Authorized Drivers Responsibilities Training Operational Rules: ▪ Speed Limits▪ Pedestrians / Cyclists ▪ Passengers▪ Load and Capacity ▪ Cell Phones▪ Areas of Driving

5. Unregistered Motorized Vehicles Golf Carts Utility Vehicles aka LSVs (Low Speed Vehicles)

6. Carts and cars… what’s the difference? Carts roll easier than cars Carts always operate near pedestrians Carts run quietly Other motor vehicles have the right-of-way when operating a cart as opposed to a car

7. More on Carts vs. Cars… Center of gravity is lower than most vehicles Speed limit is MUCH lower – 5 mph on campus In a collision – the cart ALWAYS loses!

8. Unique to Carts: Hand holds are provided for passenger balance and safety when vehicle is in operation.

9. Do Not Modify Equipment Without Approval from Motor Pool ROPS and Seat Belts (Rollover Protective Structures) All modifications should consider: - visibility - impact to stability - changes to load capacity

10. Authorized Users Authorized Wellesley College business only College employees (Faculty/Staff or Student Worker) At least 18 years old Valid driver’s license Read and understood Unregistered Motorized Vehicle Safety Guidelines Read and understood Unregistered Motorized Vehicle Safety Training PowerPoint presentation

11. Safe Operation Use Defensive Driver techniques Flow of traffic on streets Obey all campus traffic regulations Observe posted speed limits Operator cell phone use strongly discouraged. No Operator texting Headlights after dark No open alcohol containers in vehicle (Driver AND Passenger)

12. Should you be driving? Are you tired, upset, fatigued, ill? Are you taking prescription or over-the-counter medication? Are you emotionally upset? No one is allowed to drive ANY vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs!!!

13. Safe Operation Sudden stops or changes in direction may result in loss of control Keep hands and feet inside at all times when cart is moving Avoid tipping over – drive straight up or down a slope Always remain seated Slow down before and during turns Reduce speed, use extra care in inclement weather

14. Safe Operation : Crossing Roadways Obey traffic rules Be aware of other vehicles Golf carts in crosswalk

15. Safe Operation : On All Roadways

16. Passengers and Capacity DO NOT exceed passenger limit load capacity Only allow passengers in seats. NOT Cargo Bed No standing Do not exit until stopped

17. Pedestrians and Cyclists Pedestrians and Cyclists have the right of way Maintain at least 20 feet buffer zone Do not pass within 20 feet If approaching each other, STOP and let pass.

18. Carrying a Load Do not exceed load capacity Balance the load Secure the load Be sure you can see behind the vehicle Loads can change on steep grades No one is allowed to ride in the back of the vehicle

19. Use Caution When Jumping Curbs

20. Use Caution on Steep Grades And Blind Curves

21. Follow the Flow of Traffic

22. Night Driving If you are driving at night does the cart have: – working headlights? – brake lights? – turn-signal lights Drive cautiously – pedestrians may not see you coming. Check the lights before driving at night.

23. Parking and Security Do not block walkways or EXITS Park 20 feet away from building entrances and exits. Engage brake Turn off engine Lock cab if possible Take the key

24. What does this symbol mean?

25. Warning!!!

26. WARNING: ROLLOVER OR FALLING OFF MAY CAUSE DEATH

27. WARNING : Riding in cargo bed can cause severe injury or death. Do not ride in cargo bed.

28. Review the Driving Instructions

29. Driving the Vehicle Always check behind the vehicle before backing No more occupants that the number of seats Keep hands and feet inside the vehicle Drive slowly Avoid steep grades

30. KNOW Your Equipment! Accelerator Pedal Brake Pedal Parking Brake

31. Pre-trip Check Conduct a visual check of the cart before driving Is the rotating warning signal light working? Is the reverse warning signal audible? Do the breaks work? Check for correct tire pressure

32. Pre-trip Check - Continued Check for obstacles or pedestrians around the vehicle Adjust mirrors Check lights & turn signals Be sure everything is properly stored

33. When in doubt, ask your supervisor… About load capacity About operating procedures About maintenance records

34. Just plain common sense… Always tie-down your load Always set your brake once you get to your destination After loading, check to see if all four wheels are still touching the ground

35. Review Only Authorized Drivers are permitted to drive unregistered motorized vehicles at the College. Know the vehicle you are driving. Be aware of your surroundings. Do not “horse around” with the vehicle Drive slowly and cautiously.