Phase 1 Basic 4X4 Training - 16/04/2011 - Atlantis Dunes

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Phase 1 Basic 4X4 Training - 16/04/2011 - Atlantis Dunes

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We are running a PHASE 1 BASIC 4X4 & OFFROAD DRIVER TRAINING course at Atlantis Dunes on Saturday 16 April 2011. If you guys want to join in, please drop Anton Ferreira an email at anton@the4x4co.com or call him at o794oo9889. I am going to be out of town, but you'll be in Anton's capable hands. He also organised a couple of Amaroks to make an appearance and apparently they will be available for a test drive in the dunes.

Here's what it is all about:

1. PHASE 1 BASIC 4X4 & OFFROAD DRIVER TRAINING

DESCRIPTION
This learning programme has been designed for the "newbie" 4x4 and off-road vehicle operator who has little or no off-road driving experience and who would like to use their 4x4 and off-road vehicle in a safe, effective & environmentally friendly manner.

This learning program serves as a first step in the accreditation process for full accreditation under the approved 4x4 & Offroad Driver unit standard (US254135), but is NOT the full accreditation course. Successful completion of the Phase 1 training entitles the learner to follow the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process to gain a Driver Competency Certificate (DCC).

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
Phase 1 consists of a practical driver training course, presented by fully qualified and accredited 4x4 & Offroad Instructors. Attending this training program the learner will gain knowledge and practical experience in the following:
· Tyre Deflation
· Driving on different surfaces (sand/mud/rock)
· Water crossings
· Assessing obstacles
· Safety Procedures
· Safety equipment
· Convoy driving procedures
· Safe recovery procedures
· Recovery equipment
· Vehicle preparation

ASSUMED LEARNING
It is assumed that the learner assessed will be in possession of a code A, B or EB drivers licence.

DURATION
5 Hours

COST
R 600.00 per person

ON THE DAY WE PROVIDE:
Access and use of suitable training facility.
Facilitation by a trained accredited instructors.
Morning: light refreshments.

THIS EXLUDES:
This does not include the use of an off- road vehicle and fuel.
Vehicles are available at additional cost and prior arrangement.
Overnight accommodation and camping can be arranged at an additional cost.
Thys de Jager
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:thumbup: I'll be there!!
(I have already let Anton know..)
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Great stuff Roy. All the other members of the African Offroad Academy family are welcome to tag along. Please arrange with Anton as well. :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
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If I was in CT I would also be there :thumbup:
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OOOOMS wrote:If I was in CT I would also be there :thumbup:
me too... :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo:
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ThysdJ wrote:
OOOOMS wrote:If I was in CT I would also be there :thumbup:
me too... :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo:
:lol: :lol: :lol:
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Thanks Anton, it was great!! :thumbup:
Here are a few of the photo's taken by Riaan du Toit.
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