This January we welcome a new client to DTA family. The original course enquiry regarded 4WD training for their FIFO staff who collect 4WD hire cars from airports in remote locations. The legitimate concern, and legal requirement (in Australia), is that employers must provide adequate training and supervision to employees.
In this case, the drivers are not expected to operate 4WD vehicles off-road. The 4WDs will be used as transport, mainly on sealed roads, but with the ability to operate on un-sealed surfaces (gravel roads) if they present.
However, as most serious 4WD crashes, including 4WD rollover, happen when travelling to-and-from remote work site, we suggest not arranging a Low Risk Driving Course in a Four Wheel Drive?
Around 32% of Loss Of Control crashes occur when traveling either in a straight line or cornering. The three main causal factors of 4WD rollover are fatigue speed, speed and swerving.
To prevent 4WD rollover in remote locations, it is useful to develop a robust Journey Management Plan that specifically targets driver fatigue, speed, and avoiding swerving. If you'd like more information, please call. Cheers Jeremy info@drivertrainingaustralia.com.au