4X4 Offroad Driving
Boost your confidence and know-how to tackle the toughest challenges that the land and the unpredictable British weather can throw at you at our purpose built track.
Provider
Robertson’s Training , WickEnquire via the Robertson’s Training website.
Description
4x4 off-road driving training equips individuals with the skills and knowledge to safely operate four-wheel-drive vehicles in off-road conditions. These courses cover vehicle preparation, 4x4 systems, obstacle negotiation, and recovery techniques, emphasizing both safety and responsible off-road driving practices. Key aspects covered in 4x4 off-road training: Vehicle Preparation: This includes pre-start checks, understanding the vehicle's controls and systems (like low range and differential locks), and preparing the vehicle for different terrains. Terrain Navigation: Training involves learning how to assess routes, tackle obstacles like hills, ruts, and water, and understand how a 4x4 handles differently from a standard car. Safety and Risk Management: Emphasis is placed on identifying risks associated with off-road driving, using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and understanding legal requirements and safe practices. Recovery Techniques: Courses teach both self-recovery methods (using winches, straps, etc.) and assisted recovery techniques (theory) for handling various situations. Emergency Procedures: Training may also include how to handle emergency situations, ensuring drivers can react calmly and effectively in challenging scenarios. Specific Terrain Examples: Training often includes navigating specific terrains like flooded areas, steep inclines and declines, side slopes, and muddy conditions.
About Robertson’s Training
At Robertson’s Training, we make it simple to access the expert instruction and accredited qualifications you need to succeed in the land-based industries. With growing demand for high quality training, we were established to meet this need with a commitment to excellence, local delivery and practical expertise. Our courses are accredited by leading awarding bodies Lantra, NPORS, Landmaster and Driver CPC ensuring you receive industry recognised qualifications that open doors and meet compliance standards. With a team of qualified trainers located throughout Scotland, we offer flexible, on-site training tailored to your specific needs — whether you're an individual seeking one-to-one instruction or an organisation looking to upskill an entire team. Choose Robertson’s Training where local expertise meets nationally recognised excellence.
Peatland Training Fund
The Peatland Training Fund, was established by NatureScot Peatland ACTION to support those already working in peatland restoration or keen to start, by providing the opportunity to develop their skills and to grow and develop in the sector.
Next Generation Practical Training Fund
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.
