Vocational Certification ATV Training (Sit astride) The ATV is perhaps more widely, and often affectionately, known as the Quad Bike, although the only part of a Quad Bike that is synonymous with the word ‘bike’ are the handlebars. The ATV, or Quad Bike, has unique handling characteristics, which can be quite unlike other forms of motorised transport. Quad Bikes can be either two or four wheel drive with limited weight load carrying racks on front and rear and a towing bracket so an appropriate trailer can be used. Some ATV’s are shaft driven to a differential, and may have ‘diff-lock’ capability. These machines are highly manoeuvrable when the lock is disengaged. However, when the diff-lock is engaged it will behave just as the more common, chain drive, fixed axle Quad Bikes, which, when ridden by a skilled operator, are incredible manoeuvrable. With appropriate training, the use of weight shift techniques for achieving tight turns at low speeds and for negotiating side slopes, ascents and descents can greatly extend the versatility of the Quad Bike, without compromising the safety of the operator. |
Country Events Ltd are one of only a few training centres able to offer BORDA (the British Off Road Driving Association) ATV / Quad Bike Stage 1 certification, as set out in the BORDA Code of Practice document ‘CP9993 - Off-Road ATV / Quad Bike Training Events - ATV Stage 1’. This is a one or two day course, depending on current experience and vocational requirements, which represents the minimum operating standards for the use of ATV / Quad Bikes under moderate UK conditions, and covers the requirements as set out by the HSE. Training includes PPE, Daily Maintenance, Controls and Instruments, Pre-start Checks, Riding Techniques (including use of weight shift and body positioning), Emergency Procedures, Starting and Stopping, Parking, Route Planning, Driving (including moderate ascents and descents), Carrying loads (including correct weight distribution) and Trailed Loads. The entire course is a process of integrated instruction, demonstration and assessment. Each attendee will be told on completion of the course whether they have achieved the required passing standard. Recreational ATV / Quad Bike courses are also available. Details available on request. BORDA Certified ATV / Quad Bike Rider Training Health and Safety Requirements
For further details please contact us to discuss your requirements, and the training options available, in further detail. Please be advised that to comply with our insurance requirements you must hold a full current driving licence to participate in any motorised activities. For BORDA certificated courses, you will be required to present either your photo licence or paper licence with another form of photo ID on arrival.  Country Events Ltd |
