Duration

This course aims to increase the skills and knowledge required to use the appropriate range, gear and techniques to drive a Four Wheel Drive vehicle. This course is aimed to assist with the safety margin for vehicle drivers.

Trainer / Student Ratio

2:6 (maximum)

Participants must hold a current drivers licence.

• Supply of Four Wheel Drive vehicle and recovery gear.
• Wear appropriate clothing/footwear

Handbook

• Student Handbook Download

To correctly operate a Four Wheel Drive vehicle

• Highlight operational safety care for vehicle occupants
• Mechanical appreciation and environmental considerations.
• Company procedures included in the course if required.

Ascent & decent

• How a Four Wheel Drive operates
• Freewheel hubs
• Gear ratios and their uses
• Transmission wind up
• Techniques for Hazardous situations
• Attitude and professional driving
• Vehicle inspection and maintenance
• Relevant road law and regulations
• Defensive driving techniques
• Systematic driving skills
• Correct steering, braking and gear selection

This training may be delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government subsidised funding for eligible applicants
Please Note Course Fees are to be paid in full at the time of booking to secure a position in the course
Bookings cancellation and refunds, refer to Aust-Link refund policy