Safety Fire and Medical Australia

FWPCOT3325

Operate Four-Wheel Drive Vehicle on Unsealed Roads

Nationally Recognised Certificate
Fast Certificate Turnaround
Experienced and Certified Instructors
Flexible Learning Options
Industry Validated

Course Description

Build practical 4WD skills for unsealed roads, including hazard control, safe driving techniques and vehicle set-up for changing conditions.

This course provides the skills and knowledge required to operate a four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle safely on unsealed roads. Participants learn to plan and prepare for the task, identify hazards, apply risk controls, operate the vehicle to suit surface conditions, and complete operational checks and basic maintenance in line with workplace procedures. Training is practical and supports confident, compliant driving across common unsealed road environments used in forestry, resources and remote operations.

This course is suitable for workers who operate 4WD vehicles for work on unsealed roads, including forestry, land management, construction, tourism, energy and resources roles.

Units Delivered

Cost: $400.00

FWPCOT3325 Operate four wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads

Additional Information

Course Delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Entry Requirements

Minimum age: 18 years.

Prerequisites: No formal prerequisites. Prior 4WD experience is recommended. Participants must hold a current driver’s licence suitable for the vehicle being used. Workplace authorisation and site requirements may apply.

Language, literacy and numeracy: All learners complete an LLN assessment. Support is available where required.
PPE / equipment / IT access: Suitable outdoor PPE is required for practical sessions. A device with internet access is required if online learning is included.

Workplace or site access requirements: Participants must be physically capable of completing practical driving activities, with reasonable adjustments available where appropriate.

Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support

Trainer support is available throughout the course. Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) support and wellbeing support are available on request. Health Security Education provides a safe, respectful and inclusive learning environment.
Participants must follow trainer instructions and use equipment safely. Reasonable adjustment is available where appropriate.
USI: A valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required prior to the issuance of nationally recognised certification.
Policies and processes (including Complaints & Appeals) are available via the Student Handbook.