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Anyone driving an off-road vehicle will benefit from our targeted courses. You may be looking to update your skills or get on board with the latest health and safety regulations.
Enquire via the Highland Offroad website.
The courses involve key theory and practical sessions: Introduction Health and safety Attributes of vehicles and systems Attributes of obstacles Attributes of operators Vehicle checks and preparation Basic operating techniques Vehicle recovery, safety briefing Off road to on road checks. Two certificate options are available: Option 1 - Principles of Off Road Vehicle Operating. Ideal if you're only looking to tackle basic off road challenges. Geared for driving in normal conditions, you'll only be facing a limited range of obstacles. There will be risk, but it's kept to a minimum. Option 2 - Operating Vehicles in Off Road Adverse Conditions. This is all about mastering more severe tests, including tough weather conditions. It will challenge both you and your vehicle, with a wide range of obstacles to tackle. You’ll also learn how to identify and manage risk safely. To join our courses all you’ll need are basic driving skills. You'll be off road, so you’ll need to wear suitable clothing and proper shoes. You can bring your own 4x4, or we can provide one for you.
Highland Offroad (which incorporates Land Rover Experience Scotland) specialise in ATV and 4x4 Driver training, accredited through Lantra. ATV training is offered for Sit in and Sit Astride ATV, while 4x4 training is offered for all makes of 4x4 vehicles. These courses are essential for professionals to ensure they are compliant with health and safety regulations, and fully trained in the safe and effective use of various types of equipment.
The Next Generation Practical Training Fund has been established by Scottish Government with an aim to support those relatively new to agriculture, by providing the opportunity for skills development and training on the practicalities of agricultural practice as well as wider business and sustainability skills, in order to help them secure, sustain and progress their careers.