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Operate and maintain a 4WD vehicle
September 8 @ 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
$520
Operate and maintain a 4WD vehicle
Gain hands-on experience operating and maintaining a four wheel drive vehicle, including off-road driving, vehicle recovery, route planning and basic maintenance practices in line with industry and workplace requirements.
Introduction:
The RIIVEH305F Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle workshop provides participants with the skills and knowledge required to safely operate and maintain a 4WD vehicle in workplace and field environments. Designed for resources, infrastructure and remote operations contexts, this practical workshop focuses on safe vehicle handling, environmental awareness, trip preparation, vehicle recovery techniques and routine maintenance practices.
Participants will develop confidence in selecting suitable driving techniques across varying terrain conditions while applying safe work procedures and minimising environmental impact.
Participants will develop confidence in selecting suitable driving techniques across varying terrain conditions while applying safe work procedures and minimising environmental impact.
Target Audience:
This workshop is suitable for:
- Workers operating four wheel drive vehicles in resources, mining, civil, infrastructure and field-based industries
- Supervisors and technical personnel working in remote or off-road environments
- Employees requiring competency in workplace 4WD operation and recovery procedures
- Organisations seeking practical off-road vehicle safety training
Learning Outcomes:
- Identify four-wheel drive terminology, systems and vehicle capabilities
- Conduct vehicle inspections and pre-departure checks
- Plan journeys with consideration for safety, weather and environmental impacts
- Operate a four wheel drive vehicle on and off road using appropriate driving techniques
- Select and engage suitable 4WD modes and vehicle settings
- Identify hazards and assess terrain conditions
- Coordinate and perform safe vehicle recovery procedures
- Conduct routine maintenance and minor repairs to support vehicle readiness
Learning Methods:
- Facilitator-led training
- Practical vehicle demonstrations
- Hands-on driving activities
- Scenario-based exercises
- Group discussion and guided learning
- Workplace-relevant assessment activities
Program Benefits:
- Develop practical four-wheel drive operating skills for workplace and field conditions
- Learn safe vehicle recovery techniques and hazard awareness
- Improve confidence when driving across varied terrain and environments
- Understand pre-trip planning and vehicle preparation requirements
- Reduce vehicle wear through correct maintenance and operating practices
- Apply environmentally responsible driving practices
Content:
- Introduction to four wheel drive vehicles and operating principles
- Vehicle features, tyre management and equipment selection
- Environmental and land management responsibilities
- Trip planning and pre-departure preparation
- Safe loading and vehicle setup
- On-road and off-road driving techniques
- Route selection and hazard management
- Four wheel drive engagement and terrain negotiation
- Vehicle recovery methods and equipment use
- Routine maintenance and minor repairs
- Post-operation checks and reporting requirements
Upcoming Courses
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