All Terrain Vehicle- Sit-In Skid Steer (Tracked)
Assessment type
Integrated training and assessment (ITA)
Minimum duration
1 Day
Course delivery
Description
• Comply with legal requirements with an emphasis on safe practice • Identify the risks associated with using a sit-in ATV • Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment • Understand the main causes of accidents • Identify the controls and components • Understand the function of all instruments • Carry out daily checks as indicated in the operator’s manual • Carry out appropriate pre-start checks • Identify and report any faults • Start up and drive over a variety of terrain and ground conditions • Carry out a ‘failed hill’ climb (full course only) • Carry out a risk assessment and plan the route • Operate the sit-in ATV safely on a variety of slopes and terrain (full course only) • Identify loading/towing capacities • Drive with loads and trailed equipment (full course) • Load and secure for transport on the road (if appropriate) • Understand legal and practical requirements for travelling on the public road • Identify track profile and weight transfer. Load and unload machine from trailer/lorry.