AHCMOM217
Operate quad bikes
- Unit Code and Title
- AHCMOM217 Operate quad bikes
- Currency:
- Release 1 – 19/Dec/2018
- Recertification:
- This course has no recertification requirements
- Course Prerequisites:
- All students must:
- Be aged 16 or above. Exceptions can be found under the Enrolment Policy.

This course is run as a full face-to-face course where 8 hours should be allowed to complete
Please note that these are estimated times and can vary for different reasons
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely operate quad bikes including undertaking pre-start checks and shut down procedures.
The unit applies to individuals who operate quad bikes to undertake routine work under general supervision with limited autonomy and accountability.
Vehicle must be operated according to relevant state/territory licensing authority vehicle licence requirements and regulations.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
If you are unsure of whether this course is right for you, please contact our office to confirm suitability
Successful completion of this course equips individuals with the skills and knowledge to operate and maintain quad bikes including preparation, operation and shut down procedures.
More information can be found at www.training.gov
For this unit, there are both written and practical tasks to complete.
The practical tasks are that each student must safely operate a quad bike on at least two different riding surface conditions and on an even, uneven and sloping terrain and has:
- identified hazards and risks associated with quad bike areas of operation
- identified and avoided riding surfaces, terrains and slopes that are dangerous to safe operation of quad bikes
- identified and confirmed quad bike no go areas
- selected, fitted and used quad bike helmet and other personal protective equipment that was fit for purpose
- maintained personal protective equipment in suitable condition for use
- unloaded the quad bike safely and checked it is safe to use
- operated and manoeuvred quad bikes in different riding surface and terrain conditions including uneven and sloping terrain
- started, steered, manoeuvred, positioned and stopped a quad bike in a controlled manner
- applied quad bike active riding techniques to preposition operator body weight to assist bike stability
- parked the quad bike safely and checked for any damage, malfunctions and faults
- loaded and secured the quad bike safely
- minimised environmental impacts associated with quad bike operation
- followed industry and workplace biosecurity procedures.
The written tasks include a knowledge assessment.
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Training is delivered in a simulated environment or at your workplace
Minimum numbers are required, please see our company booking form to book
Third Party Providers
We also have many third party providers in which case training and assessment is delivered on behalf of H & A Training RTO 90871. If completing a course through a third party provider, please arrange and contact the third party in this case.
Literacy and numeracy skills needed to complete this course should be high enough that each student is able to:
- Interpret textual information from a range of sources to identify relevant and key information about workplace operations
- Use clear language to report malfunctions, faults and irregular performance or damage
- Participate in verbal exchanges to respond to questions and clarify information
- Calculate quantities of vehicle fluids including oil and fuel
- Calculate load volumes and weights
- Identify correct tyre pressure
- Recognise and follow workplace requirements, including safety requirements, associated with own role and area of responsibility
Trainees with special needs either physical difficulties or literacy difficulties, should contact our office prior to enrolling so that assistance can be arranged for you.
Students must wear enclosed toe shoes for this course. Students must also not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs and must not be taking any medication (prescribed or otherwise) that may impair judgement
The following Statement of Attainment is provided if the student has met all the assessment requirements, payment has been made in full and a USI number is provided and verified:
AHCMOM217 Operate Quad Bikes
Please refer to the Student Handbook for all details in relation to student rights and responsibilities including complaints, appeals and refunds.
Students will be notified by H & A Training RTO 90871 in the event that there are any changes to the provider or unit/s the student is enrolled in.
Students do not need to bring any learning materials or resources with them to complete this course.
This unit supersedes and is not equivalent to AHCMOM212 Operate quad bikes
There are no workplace arrangements for this unit

Statement of Attainment is issued by H & A Training Pty Ltd RTO 90871