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Snowmobiles & ATVs : Snowmobiling Hand Signals |  |
Approved CCSO Snowmobiling Hand Signals
Communication is an important part of staying safe, having fun and sharing the trails responsibly.
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Right Turn Left arm raised at shoulder height, elbow bent and forearm vertical with palm of hand flat. |
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Left Turn Left arm extended straight out from shoulder and pointing in the direction of the turn. |
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Slowing Left arm extended out and down from the side of the body with a downward flapping motion of hand to signal warning or caution. |
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Stop Arm raised from the shoulder and extended straight up over the head with palm of hand flat. In some jurisdictions, the STOP signal may be indicated using the right arm, since the left hand is used for braking. Snowmobiles should watch out for and be prepared to stop for either signal. |
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Oncoming Sleds Left arm raised at shoulder height, elbow bent and forearm vertical, wrist bent, move arm from left to right over head, pointing to right side of trail. |
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Sleds Following Left arm raised, elbow bent, with thumb pointing backward, in hitchhiking motion, move arm forward to backward over your shoulder. |
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Last Sled In Line Raise forearm from handle bar and show clenched fist at shoulder height. |
Hand signals make the trails safer. Make sure you know and use these signals every time you go out.
Ground to Air Rescue Signals
If you have any suggestions on traffic safety issues that are of interest to you and your community, or for more information, please contact:
Office of Traffic Safety |
or | Alberta Snowmobile
Association |
Updated January 2008
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