Re: Helmet when hunting?
Originally Posted by
lakelander
I didn't see in the regulations that you can opt not to wear a helmet if you wear your seat belt in a side by side. Interesting, I thought that COs can only ticket you for firearm/hunting related infractions. I ride a side by side with a roll cage and seat belts but maybe I will wear an open face just in case. Thanks all.
Yes the regulations are clear, you have to wear both but in this case the CO is making a decision to allow one or the other. That doesn't mean another CO won't enforce the regulations as written. Keep in mind that CO's are Peace Officers and as such can enforce any law in BC. For example, the speed limit on FSR's is 80 KM/H unless otherwise posted. A CO could issue speeding ticket of you exceed that speed.
I think most will provide some leeway, because they hunt too, and understand the issues. This CO spoke about neck fatigue from wearing a full face helmet, hence his slowing a seatbelt instead. Doesn't apply to ATV, but at least he knows what it means to have a helmet on while hunting, I don't think he likes it either, lol.
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