SISODRV404A - Drive a 4WD vehicle in difficult terrain

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About the unit

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This unit delivers the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to select and use appropriate range, gear and techniques to drive a four wheel drive vehicle through and over difficult terrain. This includes the performance of maintenance and minor repairs on four wheel drive vehicles.

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The unit includes the following:

• Plan the four wheel driving activity, including determining contextual issues impacting on the activity according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

• Access relevant sources to identify and interpret weather and environmental information.

• Determine food and water requirements.

• Access required equipment  and check serviceability according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

• Drive a four wheel drive vehicle in difficult terrain.

• Perform routine pre-departure checks  and take action to correct any deficiency.

• Apply safe vehicle loading practices and secure personal items according to organisational policies and procedures.

• Engage front free wheel hubs where appropriate.

• Survey track to identify hazards and risks, and select the best route to minimise damage to the environment.

• Use appropriate range, gear, speed, driving and braking technique to negotiate a range of difficult terrain types while maintaining control of vehicle at all times.

• Advise passengers of any special safety precautions to be taken when traversing difficult terrain.

• Perform a safe stop and forward or reverse start on a steep incline where required.

• Demonstrate appropriate use of handbrake.

• Apply risk management procedures relating to blind corners and oncoming traffic according to organisational policies and procedures.

• Perform maintenance and minor repairs on four wheel drive vehicles.

• Check, where necessary, brakes and undercarriage after negotiating difficult terrain.

• Use a jack to support a four wheel drive vehicle on uneven ground, according to organisational policies and procedure and manufacturer's specifications.

• Perform wheel removal and or replacement.

• Complete vehicle performance reports and notify designated personnel.

• Minimal impact driving techniques to ensure protection of the environment.

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For any questions regarding this unit, or any other unit or training needs, then please contact us on 0417 761 610 or via email at info@AustralianOffroadAcademy.com.au

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