RIIVEH305F – Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle
The RIIVEH305F Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle course is Motor School’s most popular practical driver training program, held in Brisbane most Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the year. This nationally recognised course builds the safe, on-road and off-road skills professionals need to operate and maintain a 4WD vehicle in resources, infrastructure, construction, and government roles. Motor School is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 30973).
Industries
This course is widely used across the resource and infrastructure sectors. In particular, it is in high demand across government, mining, gas, and construction industries throughout Australia.
Course Aim
This course gives you the essential skills to operate four-wheel drive vehicles safely across a range of terrains. As a result, you will be able to conduct daily vehicle checks, load your vehicle correctly, and engage 4WD modes with confidence.
Learning Outcomes
As a result of completing this course, you will be able to:
- Identify four-wheel drive specific terms, terminology, and techniques
- Plan for minimal environmental impact
- Perform pre-departure checks
- Use four-wheel drive mode
- Coordinate and recover a vehicle
- Perform maintenance and minor repairs on four-wheel drive vehicles
Course Information
This course is suited to people operating four wheel drive vehicles in the government, construction, mining, gas, or resources sector. Generally, the work will involve working in remote or desolate areas. They will generally be working within company guidelines, policies, and procedures.
PLEASE NOTE: This course covers Generic Industry practice. Companies may have their own variation of the generic requirements.
- Prerequisites: A current driver licence for the relevant class of vehicle.
- Duration: 1 day course
- Start Time: 8:00 am
- Finish Time: We expect the course to conclude at 4:30 pm, though it may extend depending on participant numbers and their pace in demonstrating competency.
- Location: Motor School, 137 Sandgate Road Albion QLD 4010 or a suitable training location as nominated by Motor School
- Dress Code: We recommend students wear clothing and PPE in accordance with their particular job requirement (long trousers, long-sleeved shirt, and wide-brimmed hat).
What you need to bring:
- Current driver licence
- USI (Unique Student Identifier – www.usi.gov.au)
- Clean enclosed shoes with a good tread
- Sunscreen
- Eye protection
RIIVEH305F 4WD Training Costs and Inclusions
Our nationally recognised RIIVEH305F Operate and Maintain a Four Wheel Drive Vehicle course in Brisbane costs $625 per person. This price includes use of one of our training 4WD vehicles, all course materials, and lunch on the day.
If you bring your own 4WD vehicle to the training, the course costs $525 per person, which includes all course materials and lunch on the day.
Public 4WD training courses run in Brisbane most Tuesdays and Thursdays. Live dates, availability, and booking options are shown in our Course Calendar below.
Courses Outside Brisbane, Private Bookings, and Corporate Groups
We deliver RIIVEH305F 4WD training throughout Queensland and Australia wide. Pricing for courses outside Brisbane, and for private or corporate group bookings, varies by location and group size. Call us on 1300 969 098 or email info@motorschool.com.au and we will help organise a course that suits your team.
Not all available course dates are listed online. Contact our office for additional dates and information.
Assessment
This unit of competency is assessed through the completion of written theory assessment/s and practical assessment/s.
Statement of Attainment
A Statement of Attainment for RIIVEH305F – Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle will be issued upon successful completion of all assessments.
Delivery Locations
We deliver RIIVEH305F Operate and Maintain a Four Wheel Drive Vehicle throughout Australia, including:
- Brisbane
- Roma
- Toowoomba
- Gladstone
- Melbourne
- Sydney
- Townsville
- Darwin
- Perth
- Adelaide
Custom delivery available for group bookings or corporate clients.
Course Calendar
Motor School Policies and Procedures
Motor School policies and procedures are contained in the Student Handbook.
On booking request, you will be provided with a link to the Student Handbook, ensure you read Motor School policies and procedures it contains before confirming enrolment.
The Student Handbook, Motor School Refund Policy and Motor School Terms and Conditions can also be accessed on our website under “Student Information”.
Superseded Package versions: RIIVEH305A Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle, RIIVEH305D Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle & RIIVEH305E Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is RIIVEH305F?
RIIVEH305F Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle is a nationally recognised unit of competency under the RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package. It teaches the safe operation and maintenance of four wheel drive vehicles on and off road, including pre-departure checks, engaging four wheel drive mode, vehicle recovery and minor repairs.
Is this course nationally recognised?
Yes. Participants receive a Statement of Attainment issued by Motor School, a registered training organisation (RTO 30973).
Who should complete this course?
Personnel in government, mining, gas, construction, utilities, or environmental monitoring who need to operate a four wheel drive vehicle on and off road, including in field or remote conditions.
Do I need a 4WD to enrol?
Motor School provides training vehicles for courses in Brisbane. Outside Brisbane, participants or employers may need to provide suitable four wheel drive vehicles (conditions apply).
Is there an online component?
Theoretical components are completed online prior to your practical session.
Can the course be run at our site?
Yes. Motor School regularly delivers onsite training across Queensland and Australia for corporate and government clients.
What will I receive on course completion?
You will receive a Statement of Attainment for RIIVEH305F Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle.
What are the superseded versions of RIIVEH305F?
RIIVEH305E Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle, RIIVEH305D Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle and RIIVEH305A Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle.