Course

NPORS 4×4 Off Road Vehicle N607

Summary

Awarding body

NPORS Awards

Course type

  • On-site training and assessment
  • On-site Experience Worker Test (EWT) assessment only

Training course duration

1-2 days dependant on any previous experience

Novice candidates

3

Experience Worker Tests per day

4

Variations

  • 4×4
  • 6×6

Card options

5-year NPORS traditional card & certificate

Minimum age

16

Instructor

Bertie Tupper and Tuppco Instructors

What is 4×4 off road vehicle?

These vehicles have additional gear ranges. Although all-wheel-drive vehicles also deliver torque to both axles, ‘four-wheel drive’ generally describes vehicles that have off-roading capabilities. The term ‘4×4’ is used for this category, as well.

What does the Tuppco training course include?

      • Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator
      • Have a working knowledge of the manufacture’s handbook for the particular machine to be used
      • Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
      • Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturers and legislative requirements
      • Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for all-terrain vehicle use
      • Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
      • Prepare the 4×4 vehicle for use and operate machinery safely and efficiently
      • Environmental considerations
      • Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures

      Venue and equipment requirements

      • Suitable and safe area to operate and manoeuvre machine
      • Varying terrain and slopes
      • Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork
      • Suitable welfare facilities
      • 4×4 vehicle
      • Operators’ manual
      • Risk assessment completed

      Theory Assessment

      • 20 multiple choice questions
      • 5 written questions
      • 4 marks per question
      • 80% pass mark required

      Practical Assessment criteria

                        • Pre use and operational checks
                        • Travel up and down slopes
                        • Drive through restriction forwards and backwards
                        • Reverse 30 metres in a straight line, through restrictions
                        • Use 2WD, 4WD, Differential lock
                        • Load vehicle and secure
                        • Hitch and travel with a trailer
                        • Drive over uneven and sloping terrain

                        Pass mark is less than 30 penalty points and no mandatory disqualifications

                        Time allowed is 1 hour 15 minutes

                        Where can Tuppco deliver on site training courses?

                          Tuppco can deliver onsite training nationwide using venue and equipment supplied