4WD Training
Who is this training right for?
This course is highly recommended for anyone who will drive a 4WD or do any gravel road driving. The courses aim to improve participant knowledge in operating 4WD vehicles in a wide range of situations and conditions to reduce crashes, lower vehicle running costs, and be more aware of environmental issues that relate to driving.
It is suited for the mining, oil and gas, construction, agricultural and environmental sector.
One-day Course (4WD1)
Duration: 7.5 hours
This course combines elements of National Competencies RIIVEH201E, TLIC1051 and TLIF2010 with basic 4WD operation on gravel roads.
Through structure information and practical sessions we cover:
- Risks associated with day-to-day and minesite/regional driving (gravel roads).
- Risks of 4WD operation compared to passenger vehicles.
- Pre-drive vehicle inspections and pre-journey planning.
- Wheel changing, tyres and inflation for different surfaces.
- 4WD systems (part-time/full-time) and when they should be employed.
- Free wheeling hubs.
- Seating position and cabin safety.
- Braking distances and techniques.
- Fatigue and journey management.
- Animals and stock on road.
- The effects of alcohol impairment on drivers.
- Employing a “system of car control” to prevent loss of control.
- Transmission wind up.
- Low risk and crash advoidance techniques.
- Reversing techniques.
- Road law.
- Shut down procedures.
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive Statement of Attainment for the following Units of Competency:
- RIIVEH201E Operate Light Vehicle
- TLIC1051 Operate Commercial Vehicle
- TLIF2010 Apply Fatigue Management Strategies
