ATV – Sit-Astride

Course Description

Sit-Astride All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), also known as quad bikes and all terrain cycles, are incredibly versatile machines. Their flexibility means they can work with a range of attachments including trailers, sprayers and spreaders, making them popular across agricultural, forestry and leisure businesses. Without proper training however, serious accidents can and do occur. This course is aimed at anyone required to use a Sit-Astride ATV as part of their work, from novices to experienced operators who require certification. Learning outcomes include: complying with legal requirements with an emphasis on safe practice; identifying the risks associated with using a sit-astride ATV; selecting and using appropriate PPE; understanding the main causes of accidents; identifying the controls and components; carrying out daily checks as indicated in the manufacturer's operator manual; carrying out pre-start checks; identifying and reporting faults; carrying out an on-site risk assessment and planning the route; identifying loading and towing capacities; operating the ATV safely on a variety of slopes and terrain; carrying out a failed hill climb; demonstrating active riding; and driving with loads and trailed equipment. Assessed certificated options are available for a range of additional modules including tracked accessory, wheeled, rough terrain, towing trailed equipment, loading ATVs for transport and carrying loads. A one-day course is recommended for experienced learners; novice operators should allow two days. This course is recognised by the HSE. On successful completion you will receive a Lantra Awards certificate of training.