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Quad bike handling - PROfarm course

Course details

Name:	Quad bike handling
Description:	A course for those wanting to develop their skills in the safe use of four wheeled motor bikes.
Cost:	After NSW Government subsidy: $455 (GST-free).
Course aims:	To assist participants to safely and effectively operate four wheeled motor bikes and to carry out routine checks and maintenance.
Learning outcomes:	Identify, anticipate and control hazards by using safe riding techniques Identify responsibilities under the OHS Act 2000 Carry out routine checks and maintenance Select suitable attachments appropriate to work requirements Select suitable personal protective equipment Operate quad bikes in a safe and controlled manner.
Length:	1.5 days
Course program/structure:	Introduction Quad bike operational hazards Occupational health and safety issues Quad bike design and selection Basic maintenance Basic quad bike operating techniques through a designated course Basic quad bike operating techniques negotiating a dirt road route Operating quad bikes with a range of loads attached Loading, unloading and securing Quad bikes to a transport vehicle Reversing a trailed implement with a quad bike Periodic maintenance Advanced riding techniques using slopes and rough terrain Clean up quad bikes and refuel
Resources and method of delivery:	Participants receive a course manual. This course is delivered using both indoor and outdoor instruction.
Accreditation:	This course is mapped to the national unit of competency, AHCMOM212A - Operate ride-on vehicles.