4wd Vehicle Recovery Training

Course details

This course will teach you the skills and knowledge required to operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle in the resources and infrastructure industries.

Licensing, legislative and certification requirements may apply to this unit and can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.

Please note: the price of our 4WD training course includes 4WD vehicle hire. You don’t need to worry about arranging a vehicle separately as it’s all covered in the course fee. If you prefer to provide your own however, this price will be reduced by $175 pp.

Course name

Operate and Maintain a 4WD Vehicle

Duration

1 day face to face

Cost

$595 per person

Course code

RIIVEH305F - Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle

On-site & Group bookings

Available on request

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Target audience

It applies to those working in supervisory and technical specialist roles. They generally work under minimal supervision to undertake a broad range of skilled applications in varied work contexts, using some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.

Outcomes of Operate and Maintain 4WD Training

Students who are deemed competent will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Statement is issued by Link Resources Training Pty Ltd (RTO 45483).

Course delivery

Face to face training and assessment is conducted at one of Link Resources purpose built training facilities. Upon arrangement, training and assessment can be conducted on-site at the premises of industry clients providing there a suitable infrastructure and industry training facilities.

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Entry requirements

All students must be literate in the English language (no interpreters allowed).

Operators must have the appropriate class of driver’s licence before taking charge of the vehicle and be physically capable of operating the vehicle.

At enquiry, students can enter the program by expressing an interest and being sent an information pack that contains a booking notification and course information (Course Brochure). This interest process enables the RTO and client to work together to ensure the course is suitable for them and to identify any additional support needs & make adequate provisions.

No pre-requisites exist for these Units of Competency.

Payment Options

Please see the Link Resources Payments, Cancellations and Refund Policy below in Student Information for all details on Payments for your course.

Payment can be made via direct bank transfer, eftpos, cash or cheque. For billing information including who to write a cheque to, please email or call

Pathways

Training & Education Pathways: After achieving these units of competency students may undertake a range of associated resources and infrastructure units and qualifications.
Employment Pathways: After achieving these units of competency students may seek employment or additional responsibilities as a vehicle operator in various industries.

Elements and Performance Criteria

Identify four-wheel drive specific terms, terminology and techniques

Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements
Access, interpret and apply documentation required to operate and maintain a four wheel drive
Identify the structural and handling differences between a conventional two wheel drive and a four-wheel drive vehicle
Identify and demonstrate the purpose and use of front wheel hubs
Identify factors affecting tyre size, fitment, rating, and pressure
Identify recovery hooks and mounting features
Identify hazards associated with incorrect use of vehicle features or equipment.

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Plan for minimal environmental impact

Determine types of impact likely to occur during four-wheel driving activities
Demonstrate compliance with land management principles and policies when planning exploration activities
Comply with policies and management plans relevant to the work activity area
Plan and conduct activities in a manner which minimises environmental impact
Adopt and implement procedures to ensure minimisation of harm to the environment from four-wheel drive activities
Demonstrate cooperation and consideration towards other land users.

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Perform pre-departure checks

Perform routine pre-departure checks under the bonnet, under the body, on external and internal items and accessories according to manufacturer specifications
Take action to correct any deficiency
Determine food and water requirements for journey
Select navigation equipment
Interpret weather conditions, determine suitability for driving
Apply safe vehicle loading practices according to workplace procedures
Secure items of personal luggage
Advise passengers of any special safety precautions to be taken when traversing rough terrain.

Use four-wheel drive mode

Operate four-wheel drive both on and off road, in accordance with road rules, principles of four-wheel driving and WHS regulations according to manufacturer specifications
Apply smooth accelerator control strategies over a range of terrain types according to manufacturer specifications
Demonstrate recommended braking techniques for hard top surfaces and off road conditions according to manufacturer specifications
Identify situations where the engagement of four-wheel drive is required
Engage four-wheel drive mode
Survey track to identify hazards, asses risk and select the best route
Select routes to minimise damage to the environment
Use appropriate range, gear, speed, driving and braking technique, negotiate a range of terrain types whilst maintaining control of vehicle, being aware of contextual/environment issues
Maintain appropriate hand positioning on steering wheel
Check brakes and undercarriage after negotiating varying terrain
Assess and perform repairs to damaged tracks according to workplace procedures.

Coordinate and recover a vehicle

Apply work procedures to ensure risk assessment, safe operating practices, and communication requirements are adhered to
Identify equipment and methods to recover a stuck vehicle
Identify risks associated with vehicle recovery and develop and implement strategies to minimise risks
Identify correctly rated recovery equipment and attachment points according to manufacturer specifications
Demonstrate procedures for preparing vehicles for recovery
Identify techniques to minimise impact on the environment during vehicle recovery
Coordinate safe recovery of a four-wheel drive vehicle using designated equipment and recovery method
Perform post recovery checks and report any vehicle or environmental repairs needed
Return recovery equipment to a reusable condition

Perform maintenance and minor repairs on four-wheel drive vehicles

Select/access maintenance equipment, including spares and fluids, prior to departure, considering contextual issues of the trip
Check vehicles prior to and regularly during trip, and perform routine maintenance/repair tasks according to workplace procedures
Submit vehicle written performance reports according to workplace procedures
Demonstrate safe use of a jack to change a wheel on a four-wheel drive vehicle according to manufacturer specifications

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