Proclimber Training Course 8 - All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Handling
For NPTC Assessment
Certificate of Competence
in All Terrain Vehicle Handling
How long does the course last? One day
Where and when will this course be run? Locations vary, please call for dates
How many people will attend each course? Four
Do I need any prior qualifications (pre-requisites) for this course? No
What does this course cover?
- Discussion - different types of ATV & their characteristics
- Legal requirements & understanding risk assessment
- Identifying personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Industry guidance and Health and Safety
- Discussing environmental issues
- Identifying / inspecting machine control / components & guarding
- Daily maintenance & pre-start checks
- Riding / driving and handling an ATV on different terrain & surfaces
- Effects of loading & towing with an ATV
- Cleaning / inspection of an ATV after use
What equipment do I need?
- An ATV in good working order (complying with Department of transport & Road Traffic Act where relevant)
- Motorcycle helmet (BS6658) or ATV helmet (BS EN 1384:1997)
- Eye protection (EN166)
- Gloves
- Protective boots with good grip & ankle support
- Non-snag outer clothing
- First Aid kit with large blood-stopper
- Wet weather clothing and packed lunch
What will this cost me? - £80.00 (Prices are based on a minimum of four people per course, if there are less than four people, the cost per person will be higher.)
Note: ATV hire possible – please call for details
