Our proven framework of practical and theory based training
programmes are accredited to nationally recognised LANTRA
and RoSPA standards to help you meet “duty of care” obligations
under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (1998).
This course will be of most value to those with little or no 4x4 driving experience. It’s suitable for business drivers who need to drive off-road occasionally as part of their job, for example, to access remote locations.
It provides basic information, guidance and tuition for those unfamiliar with off-road driving with a clear focus on the principles and practice of driving safely and responsibly in an off-road environment.
Course content
The full-day course emphasises the health and safety aspects of driving off-road and comprises:
Each delegate receives individual feedback on their performance and a certificate if they complete the off-road course successfully.
Designed for drivers who are required to drive 4x4 vehicles off-road as an integral part of their job, this course provides a thorough grounding in the principles and practice of off-road 4x4 driving, including:
If required, a LANTRA Awards or RoSPA certificate of training can be issued on successful completion of the course.
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Day 1:
Day 2:
This course is designed for experienced off-road drivers whose training was some time ago and who want to reassess and update their skills.
It aims to:
Each delegate receives feedback on their performance.
Course participants are expected to have a basic familiarity with 4x4 vehicles in off-road environments. This course prepares them for driving in coastal and desert areas giving them experience of driving on loose sand and shingle surfaces.
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This course can be taken as a stand-alone 1 day off-road course or incorporated into the 2 day advanced 4x4 off-road driving course.
This course can be delivered to drivers of "Sit in" and "Sit on" ATV's
The course is suitable for people with, or without, All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) driving experience and gives trainees the basic knowledge and skills to drive ATVs safely on both level ground and rough terrain.
The course is LANTRA Award’s accredited and successful delegates can be awarded with the appropriate certificate on successful completion of the course.
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The course takes 2 days for novice ATV users and 1 day for experienced operators. Delegates who meet the necessary standards can be provided with a LANTRA Award certificate at the end of the course.
The course is suitable for people who drive 4x4 vehicles on public roads as part of their job.
The course will introduce the various technologies associated with 4x4 vehicles provide an awareness of their capabilities and develop a basic level of competency of 4x4 driving on tarmac.
At the end of the course, the driver will have an understanding of on road driving techniques and will have practiced when, and where, to utilise the 4x4 systems in an on road environment.
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At the end of the course, successful delegates will be provided with an AA DriveTech certificate.
The course aims to give delegates knowledge and practical experience in basic trailer handling and off-road towing techniques. Drivers are expected to be familiar with controlling 4x4 vehicles in off-road environments.
Please note that the course does not replace or substitute for the DSA trailer test.
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At the end of the course, delegates will be more competent when towing trailers with 4 wheel driver vehicles.
This course is aimed at drivers who are likely to encounter severe off-road terrain which may need them to ‘self recover’ using a winch or use a recovery service.
The course is LANTRA Awards accredited and the appropriate certificate can be provided on successful completion.
In addition, it gives drivers the knowledge and skill to use a winch safely in ‘casual’ situations, particularly recovery or self-recovery, where a vehicle has become stuck while travelling off-road.
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The course can be run over either 1 day or 2 days depending on the experience of the delegate.
Our in-house instructor course is designed for experienced off-road 4x4 drivers who want to provide off-road 4x4 training to colleagues within their own organisation.
The course is accredited by LANTRA Awards and ROSPA with successfully completing drivers receiving an appropriate certificate to train other employees within their organisation.
The course aims to give delegates a thorough grounding in:
Course Contents
The course combines intensive classroom and practical ‘behind the wheel’ sessions that:
Day 1: Interactive workshop, off-road driving assessment, practice and debrief.
Day 2: Presentation skills, consolidation of off-road driving skills, introduction to off-road driving instruction and debrief.
Day 3: Enhanced off-road driving skills and training techniques.
Day 4: Trainer presentation and presentation skills, driving assessments practice and feedback.
Day 5: Theory and practical examination; course summary and feedback.
Each driver receives feedback and guidance throughout the course before a final examination of their ability to train others.
Meeting Point: Reception of Baskerville Hall Hotel
Phone: 01497 820033
Parking: Available at hotel.
Directions: Baskerville Hall Hotel is situated just outside the village of Clyro, on the A438 approximately 1 mile west of Hay on Wye.
Meeting Point: Reception of White Lion Royal Hotel, 61 High Street, Bala, LL23 7AE
Phone: 01678 520314
Parking: Available at hotel.
Meeting Point: Brimslade Farm
Phone: 07768 321691
Parking: Available at Brimslade Farm.
Meeting Point: Reception of Holiday Inn, Leeds Bradford, Tong lane, Tong, Bradford, BD4 0RP
Phone: 01274 869386
Fax: 01274861042
Parking: Available at the hotel.
Meeting Point: Forrest estate office
Phone: 01644 430230
Parking: Available at the venue.
LANTRA Awards are the leading provider of training services to the land based industries. AA DriveTech is an approved training centre and has instructors accredited by LANTRA to train and award certificates in:
RoSPA is nationally and world recognised as a leading certifier of high quality safety related training. AA DriveTech has instructors accredited by RoSPA to train and award certificates in:
