Check the quad bike. Is it safe? Do you know what to look for? Then ride the quad bike. Do you know its limitations? What you can and can’t do on it? And when you get back safely, do you have a procedure for shutting it down and making sure it’s ready to go next time you need it?
Tocal's one day course will teach even the most experienced rider how to operate them safely.
| Location: | Statewide |
| Course duration: | 1 day |
| Start date: | Multiple intakes |
| Number of units: | 1 |
| Indicative fees: | $700 GST-free - Fee free to eligible applicants |
$700 GST-free
Fee free to eligible applicants. To find out whether you are eligible for funding, contact a training coordinator in your area.
Participants must be 16 years old or over.
This course is mapped to the national unit of competency AHCMOM217 Operate quad bikes.
For information on students rights and responsibilities, and the Tocal College Code of Practice see Industry qualification student policies.
Type: Short course
Units: 2
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Units: 1
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Type: Short course
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