Sample Snowmobile Safety Test

10 Question Snowmobile Safety Practice Test

Test your snowmobile knowledge with this 10 question snowmobile safety practice test.
You need to answer 8 out of 10 questions correctly to pass!

Question 1 of 10

What is one of the main roles played by local snowmobile clubs?

A
Enforcing snowmobiling laws
B
Snowmobile repairs and maintenance
C
Developing and maintaining of snowmobile trails
D
Snowmobile registration and licensing

Which of the following should you do before starting your snowmobile?

A
Make sure the snowmobile is in good working order
B
Make sure the snowmobile has a new windshield
C
Make sure the snowmobile's oil filter has been removed
D
Make sure the snowmobile is the latest make and model

What are the three important factors in determining the required stopping distance for your snowmobile?

A
Reaction time, speed and terrain
B
Speed, terrain and safety gear
C
Terrain, safety gear and reaction time
D
Reaction time, speed and safety gear

Why should you practice turning and backing up with your trailer attached before heading out on the road?

A
It will help you build confidence and competency
B
It will help you mount the snowmobile onto the trailer
C
It will help you quickly prepare the snowmobile once you reach the trail
D
It will help you determine the trailer's load capacity

Why should snowmobilers always carry emergency equipment when going for a ride?

A
Emergency equipment is required to access public trails
B
Emergency equipment is sometimes required to access private trails
C
An emergency situation can arise at any time and snowmobilers need to be prepared
D
Being prepared will prevent emergency situations from occurring while on the trail

Which of the following safety precautions will help with your security in the case of an accident, mechanical failure, or other emergency on the trail?

A
Always carry overnight camping gear
B
Always ride at a speed under 15mph
C
Always ride with a partner
D
Avoid riding while it is snowing

What are the three primary necessities for outdoor survival?

A
Earth, fire and water
B
Food, water and knife
C
Fire, shelter and signal
D
Helmet, gloves and boots

Which of the following is the best way to familiarize yourself with a new snowmobile?

A
Immediately take it for a ride
B
Review your owner's manual
C
Have someone else ride it for you
D
Check the engine

If you will be trailering your snowmobile when should you replace tie-downs and straps?

A
When they have been used more than 10 times on the same trailer
B
When they have been left in the cold for a long period of time
C
When they have become frayed or are showing signs of wear
D
You never have to worry about replacing tie-downs and straps

Which of the following actions should be taken before trailering your snowmobile?

A
Loosen all lug nuts
B
Check the tire pressure
C
Remove all tie-down straps
D
Check the snowmobile's VIN number