CPSC has reports of six deaths relating to non-powered scooters. Three deaths were reported in January 2001. A man riding a scooter down an Albuquerque, N.M. roadway at night was struck and killed by a pickup truck on January 25, 2001. The other three deaths were in September 2000. The new scooters weigh less than 10 pounds and fold for easy portability and storage.
Recommendations Wear a helmet, knee pads and elbow pads.
Children under age 8 should not use scooters without close adult supervision.