Providing nationally recognized training in 4wd off-road skills as well as advanced driver skills, bush mechanic training and remote area survival training for both industry and the recreational vehicle user.

4WD Training Perth Western Australia

 

 

Remote area Survival Training

Skills taught include:

  •  Planning considerations  for remote travel
  •  Fundamentals of survival
  •  Limitations and capabilities of communications and GPS devices
  •  Navigation skills with a map and compass
  •  Establishing a fire with various techniques
  •  Establishing a shelter
  •  Preparing safe drinking water
  •  Planning to survive

 $380 inc GST per person (group discounts apply) one day course

 

Corporate and Recreational Bush Mechanics Training

The content of  Bush Mechanic Training course includes:

  •  Roadside repairs to both split rim and tubeless tyres using basic tools
  •  Bleeding  fuel systems after running low on fuel or cleaning blocked filters
  •  Using car batteries to weld a broken vehicle part back together
  •  Preventative maintenance checks and fault finding
  •  Preparation of a tool kit for remote travel

Many more bush repair skills covered

Cost $380 inc GST  per person (group discounts apply) one day course

 

Commercial 4wd Training— Operate And Maintain A Four Wheel Drive Vehicle (RIIVEH305A) - One day course


Aimed at the needs of the commercial sector where this course is nationally recognized. RIIVEH305A includes safety, maintenance and vehicle familiarization as well as operating off road and using equipment to get out of a bog. Practice the use of a snatch strap, correct use of low and high range, planning for safety and environmental considerations and much more.

Ask about our group discounts

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Advanced Security Operatorand Semi Hostile environment — Driver Training

WA 4WD Training provides a tactical driver course designed to prepare personnel for operations in high security threat environments. This course is focused on the needs of corporate, government and security personnel who may be exposed to terrorism, extortion, gang or criminal related violence in their working/living environment.

The course involves the development and practice of skills such as:

  • Evasive driving techniques
  • j turns and brake turns
  • VIP protection team Driver Skills
  • Offensive/defensive vehicle skills- P.I.T Maneuver, barrier evasion
  • High speed cornering and Braking techniques
  • Skid control
  • Adapting to Driving on varying road surfaces
  • Vehicle handling and capabilities
  • Vehicle suitability to suit task
  • Task planning and Leadership Procedures

    Delivery will be provided by Australian ex SASR instructors with many years of both operational experience and training provider experience in high threat areas throughout the world.

    Training can be conducted to suit your needs both in Australia and offshore. Elements of the course will be conducted on a close circuit with safety and practical learning as a priority. Our business has been as a provider of advanced vehicle operator, security and protection skills since 1997 and our goal is to deliver quality and safety.

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Commercial remote Area Survival and 4wd Training— One day


Risks faced by employees in remote areas until now have not been addressed in the basic suite of courses taught during induction processes. In order to address this safety issue, WA 4WD Training  delivers training which will help mitigate the hazards of remote area travel and provide personnel with the essential skills and knowledge to survive until assistance arrives. Courses conducted locally or at site.

The one day training package covers the competencies required in the Nationally Accredited Training Certificate Operate and Maintain a 4wd Vehicle, however, introduces the participants to the following new remote survival skills:

  • Planning considerations for travel in remote areas
  • Vehicle safety and maintenance for remote travel.
  • identify and establish the essentials to survival.
  • Challenge trainees to think laterally about survival aspects
  • Teach basic navigation skills to aid outback awareness and confidence
  • Utilize advanced recovery techniques to free a stranded vehicle
  • Provide the knowledge to operate vehicle radios.

Cost POA (group discounts apply)

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Commercial Remote Area Survival and 4wd Training— Two days

(Includes RIIVEH305A- Operate and Maintain a 4wd Vehicle)
The two day training package covers the competencies required in the Nationally Accredited Training Certificate Drive and Recover a 4wd Vehicle however exposes the participants to the following new remote survival skills:

  • Repair a flat tyre in the bush with minimum tools
  • Identify and establish the essentials to survival.
  • Challenge trainees to think laterally about survival aspects
  • Teach basic navigation skills to aid outback awareness and confidence
  • Utilize advanced recovery techniques to free a stranded vehicle
  • Provide the knowledge to operate a satellite communications device.
  • Camp overnight in the field to expose trainees to difficulties and develop teamwork ( if so desired)
  • Navigate using the stars
  • Use various methods to start a camp fire

Trainees will need to bring a sleeping bag or swag; water bottle, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and a day carry pack. All other equipment is provided. Courses conducted locally or at site.

Cost POA (group discounts apply)

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Recreational Coastal 4 Wheel Driver-One day Course, Sand and Beach

This one day package is totally practical and is designed to build confidence and competence off road in your own 4wd. The training will train and practice the participants in:

  • Beach driving
  • Sand dunes
  • Coastal limestone tracks
  • Soft sand recovery
  • Sand driving techniques and
  • Vehicle familiarization and safety.
  • Winching techniques and snatch strap use

Cost - $300 per vehicle with up to 2 adults (children free)

Group discounts apply

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Recreational Hills, One day- Rock, mud and water 4 Wheel Driver Training

This one day package is conducted in steep mud and clay terrain in your own vehicle. The course is very exciting and challenge levels are tailored to your individual skill level. The training will expose the participant to:

  • Steep ascents and descents
  • Creek crossings (weather dependant)
  • Winches and High lift jacks
  • Route selection over rough tracks
  • Snatch strap use
  • Advanced 4wd techniques and
  • Vehicle familiarization and safety


Cost - $300

Group discounts apply

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Advanced All Terrain 4 wheel driver— Two days

This training package incorporates all the skills in both the coastal sand package and the Hills package. Drivers will become confident and self reliant in reaching remote areas in their own 4wd vehicle and able to recover themselves should they get stuck. Towing skills are incorporated as this package is popular with tourers heading away on outback trips. We will include an overnight camp at one of the very scenic training areas if you wish. Tents and cook equipment supplied.

Cost - $585 per vehicle ( additional passenger and children no charge)

Full catering available on request

Group discounts apply

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4wd Camps— Adventure Bush camps— corporate/recreational
(Individuals and groups welcome)

These group camps are conducted monthly (usually on the last weekend of the month) and allow the participants to build on their own 4wd skills and become confident in their own vehicle. Our instructor, Stuart is available to give 4wd guidance and answer questions. Sit around the camp fire at day’s end and enjoy WA's beauty. The camps are adventure based and enjoyed by all age groups.

Please contact Stuart on 0400 219 845 to join the next camp.

Cost $100 per adult (Children free)

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Recreational Trailer Towing course— One day

This training will teach the following skills:

  • Reversing
  • hitching and unhitching
  • off road driving and recovery
  • Highway driver safety
  • Tyre pressures
  • Loading and security

    Cost $300 — passengers no charge

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contact details:

Instructor: Stuart (Nev) Bonner
Mobile: 0400 219 845

WA 4WD Training is based in Perth Western Australia

E-mail: stuartbonner@wa4wdtraining.com.au

 
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