P-Plate Course

Nationally accredited training course delivered by highly experienced industry specialists.

Delivered by Expert Training Group in partnership with Advanced Driver Training Centre, this unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare and operate vehicles and related equipment to patrol pipelines or otherwise drive across a variety of terrains and applies to operators who are required to check their vehicle daily for damage, ensure fuels and lubricant levels are maintained, effect minor repairs, prepare and maintain field equipment, and communicate with their base station.

Duration of the course: 1 day or 2 days depending on the client’s need.

Nationally accredited unit is:

  • PMASUP236 – Operate vehicles in the field

  • RIIVEH305F – Operate and maintain a four-wheel drive vehicle

  • FWPCOT3259 – Operate A four-wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads

Widely regarded by many Government and emergency services organisations as one of the most current 4WD course available. This course includes recovery.

Operators must have the appropriate class of driver’s licence before taking charge of the vehicle.

No other licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication

Please contact ADTC on 1300 866 156 or email at [email protected] for a quotation to provide training for your employees in your company.

Topics covered in the course include:

  • Prepare vehicle and secure load
  • Inspect all ancillary equipment and operational accessories
  • Undertake journey
  • Operate vehicle
  • Use defensive driving techniques
  • Finalise journey
  • Recover vehicle
  • Operate recovery equipment safely
  • Maintain vehicle safety