ATV Safety Training

All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) are the leading cause of death from injury on New Zealand farms, according to ACC statistics.

Three factors are essential for the safe riding of ATVs:

• Cornering techniques
• ATV familiarisation (know your ATV)
• The effect of weight transfer

At the National Trade Academy, in association with the Southern Institute of Technology, we teach you and/or your staff the skills and knowledge to ride an ATV in a safe manner.

Our ATV safety course is based on industry standards and covers the following:

• Ride an ATV/SPV on flat country
• Ride an ATV/SPV on undulating (Hill) Terrain
• Ride an ATV/SPV with a trailed implement
• Ride an ATV/SPV with a mounted equipment or load
• Demonstrate the safe operation of an ATV

The course includes 1 to 2 days practical training including theory with some study prior to the course date - resource notes are provided.

The National Trade Academy has designed an ATV course for practical training at our training farm at McLeans Island in Christchurch, or the course can be set up in an area near you, providing a suitable site is available. We have experienced tutors, and the NTA is a registered and accredited Training Provider with NZQA.

The National Trade Academy has been a providing training since 2000 and participants in our courses include Dept of Conservation staff, Pest Control operators, Farmers and their staff.

For employers, our course will help you to meet your OSH regulations in respect to training your staff in the safe operation of ATV's. A certificate is provided for those that demonstrate they have the skill and knowledge to ride an ATV and meet the industry standards. All unit standards are recognised by both industry and the NZ Qualifications Authority.

Courses are designed to meet all levels of ability, including advanced and experienced riders.

Courses are provided on demand so contact us now to secure a place on the next course for you or your staff.

The course is offered by the National Trade Academy in association with Telford Rural Polytechnic. The National Trade Academy reserves the right to withdraw or adjust any and all courses, alter fees and make any other changes as it may deem necessary or desirable, without prior notice.

Course fee: Contact us or use the form below.

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