TasTAFE
Operate Side By Side Utility Vehicles
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)If you or your employees need to operate a side by side utility vehicle, this one-day course will show you how to safely use and maintain them. The course is suitable for beginners through to more experienced operators.
In this course, you will learn about pre-start checks, how to turn, swerve and make an emergency stop. You will learn how and when to use 4WD, low range and diff locks. You'll also gain experience in how to operate a side by side safely on a range of terrains, around obstacles and in different conditions.
You will learn how to load, secure and unload side by sides onto trailers or other vehicles used for transport.
You will also learn how to carry out side by side maintenance to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety requirements, manufacturer's specifications, operator manuals and sustainability practices.
Delivery mode
TasTAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- 4A Bounty Street, Warrane, TAS
- 41-43 Mooreville Road, Burnie, TAS
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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About TasTAFE
TasTAFE is a not-for-profit government business that operates under the TasTAFE (Skills and Training Business) Act 2021.
It is the largest public provider of vocational education and training in Tasmania and is governed by a Board consisting of up to seven members appointed by the Minister for Skills, Training and Workforce Growth.
