Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle

This unit teaches you how to safely and competently operate a four wheel drive vehicle in off-road and challenging terrain conditions. You will cover pre-operational checks, tyre management including tyre pressure adjustments for different surfaces, recovery procedures, and the correct use of four wheel drive systems such as low-range gearing and differential locks. The training also addresses routine maintenance tasks and how to identify and respond to faults before they become serious problems on the track or worksite. This unit suits people working or looking to work in industries where four wheel drive vehicles are used in remote or rugged environments, such as mining, construction, agriculture, emergency services, or land management. It is also well suited to anyone who needs to meet a workplace requirement to demonstrate formal competency behind the wheel of a four wheel drive. After completing this unit, you will be able to plan and conduct four wheel drive operations with attention to safety, environmental care, and equipment condition. You will know how to select the right vehicle mode for the terrain, carry out recovery operations using appropriate techniques and equipment, and complete the maintenance and inspection routines that keep a vehicle roadworthy and ready for work.