TOWING WITH A 4WD
This 4wd course is part of a nationally recognised qualification with Four Wheel Drive Queensland as the Registered Training Organisation (RTO 5286)
TOWING WITH A 4WD
FWPCOT3328 Operate a 4WD vehicle in a towing situation.
This course is part of a nationally recognised qualification with Four Wheel Drive Queensland as the Registered Training Organisation (RTO Code 5286).
The course is competency based. There are theory sessions as well as driving sessions, which are combined in a 1 day course.
Pre-reading:- You will be provided a copy of the Learner Guide - Towing Guide and Information Book – this MUST be read prior to commencing the course.
Outcomes for FWPCOT3328 Operate a 4WD vehicle in a towing situation include:
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Prepare for towing
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Use four wheel drive vehicle to tow a trailer
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Perform post-towing tasks
This course will teach you the skills and principals applicable to towing trailers including:
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legal aspects of towing
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safety and maintenance checks
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trailer dimensions
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loading and load placement
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types of hitches
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coupling and uncoupling
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driving and manoeuvring techniques
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braking techniques
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reversing - in a straight line, around corners, 90 degrees left and right
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vehicle and trailer pre and post trip inspections
AQF Certificate is issued on successful completion free of charge.
