Light 4WD Unit Standard Training

Our course is designed to build drivers' knowledge and practical skill in the characteristics and operation of a Light 4WD, benchmarked against unit standards 17978 and 17976.

Ideal for trainees:

Have limited experience
Need to complete specific unit standards for compliance training
Haven't done any compliance refresher training in the last five years (recommended)

Practical Assessment includes:

Pre/post vehicle checks
Understanding and using vehicle technology and different drive modes with available vehicles on site
How tyre pressures and tread design affect traction
Driving on low friction surfaces
Identifying potential hazards that affect vehicle design, stability and control
Applying correct and risk-reducing driving techniques negotiating uneven, downhill, uphill and side-sloping terrain
Water crossings (dependent on venue)

This course includes practical training and assessment, with some theory planning completed in the field.

Prerequisites

Drivers must hold a current full driver licence appropriate to the class of vehicle being driven.
For unit standard 17978, the candidate must hold unit standard 17976.

Course Numbers and Pricing

Cost: $4,000 + GST (Group rate, up to 8 trainees)
Practical site hire from $250 + GST per day.
Travel to the practical venue is required.

What to expect on the day

The course runs over one day of theory and one day practical, and covers the elements relating to:

17976: DKO operating a light four-wheel drive in an off-road environment.
17978: Operate a light four-wheel drive in an off-road environment.

Vehicles

Vehicles are the client's responsibility to supply (ideally one vehicle per 1–2 trainees).

What happens after you finish the course:

We will register applicable unit standards and issue your electronic Certificate of Achievement.

Custom training

If you have specific requirements for a custom course or would like us to conduct a course at your premises