4x4 Driver Training

The occupational road risk from larger, heavier vehicles which often have a higher centre of gravity is significant, especially in emergency and adverse weather or winter conditions.

The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) cover the use of 4×4 vehicles in the workplace. This means that companies must ensure that their drivers receive ‘adequate information, instruction and training’ in their use.

This one day 4x4 driving course provides an in-depth introduction to 4x4 operations and the relevant health and safety legislation. On successful completion, the delegate will be competent in the safe use of 4x4 vehicles over a variety of terrains, to include safety procedures.

What Does The 4x4 Driver Training Course Cover?

• Introduction to 4x4 systems and the health and safety legal framework
• An understanding of safety and legal requirements, including selecting correct PPE, safe practices, warning signs and guards
• Identifying and interpreting information effectively from the user manual
• Loading and unloading machinery from the  vehicle
• Being competent to carry out all pre and post operation checks and maintenance
• Preparing the 4x4 for work, including checking and adjusting safety devices and loading the machine safely
• The construction and working principles of the machine including drive and transmission systems
• Use of the controls
• Start up and driving the vehicle safely, in a range of different ground conditions
• Weight transfer and its implications with regard to vehicle dynamics, safety and handling
• An introduction to varied terrain and loss of traction to include ascents, descents, side slopes, water (where available), ruts and ditches etc.