Our program is a non-accredited course designed to provide participants with the skills to drive and operate 4×4 vehicles safely. This includes the systematic, safe and efficient control of all of the vehicle functions.
There are no prerequisites for this program. However, participants should complete the E-Leaning module prior to attending the training day. Participants are required to hold a current Australian Driver’s License, together with the physical capacity to successfully complete the practical components of the course.

• E-Learning
  • Introduction to 4WD
  • Pre – Start checks for the vehicle
  • Electronic Driving Aids
  • Operating a 4WD vehicle
  • Off road driving techniques
  • Basic Recovery
  • Knowledge Quiz
  
• Practical
  • Introduction to the vehicle
  • Selection 4H and 4L
  • Setting up for the journey – tyre pressures
  • Approach and departure angles of the vehicles
  • Driving in different terrains – adjusting tyre pressures
  • Side Slopes
  • Vehicle recovery items – hierarchy of recovery
  • Different methods of recovery, using dig out, recovery tracks, towing with winch extension straps, snatch