Safer than a quad bike, but still carrying its own risks, the side by side is becoming the “go to” vehicle for many jobs on the farm. This one-day course at Tocal will help you get the most from your side by side.
| Location: | Statewide |
| Course duration: | 1 day |
| Start date: | Multiple intakes |
| Number of units: | 1 |
| Indicative fees: | $500 GST-free (weekdays) You may be eligible for a free side by side training course funded under the NSW Quad bike safety improvement training program (PDF, 381.25 KB). |
$500 GST-free
You may be eligible for a free Side by Side training course funded under the NSW Quad bike safety improvement training program () PDF, 381.25 KB.
You may be eligible for funding. To find out whether you are eligible, contact a training coordinator in your area.
Participants must be over 16 years of age.
This course is mapped to the national unit of competency AHCMOM216 Operate side by side utility vehicles.
For information on students rights and responsibilities, and the Tocal College Code of Practice see Industry qualification student policies.
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