Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 6:35 PM AWST

Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.

Operate quad bikes

Operate quad bikes

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCMOM212
State Code
BAU01
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
030515 - Automotive Vehicle Operations
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate and maintain quad bikes as well as load and unload them onto trailers or other vehicles used for their transport.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety requirements manufacturer’s specifications and operator manuals and sustainability practices.Working with quad bikes is an inherently dangerous activity. Individuals who work at this level must be thoroughly instructed in all work health and safety aspects of operating quad bikes.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for own work. They undertake defined activities and provide solutions to a limited range of predictable problems.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare a quad bike for operation
  • 1.1 Confirm the activity to be undertaken with supervisor, including potential hazards and implementation of safe working procedures
  • 1.2 Select, fit correctly, use and maintain personal protective equipment including helmets
  • 1.3 Conduct safety pre operational checks on quad bike and report faults or malfunctions for repair
  • 1.4 Identify safe work areas and applications (loads and attachments) from workplace safety plan and operators manual
  • 1.5 Unload quad bike safely from the trailer or transportation device
2. Operate a quad bike
  • 2.1 Recognise and control risks to self and others
  • 2.2 Steer, manoeuvre, position and stop quad bike in a smooth and controlled manner
  • 2.3 Apply hand-eye coordination and transfer of body weight appropriately (active riding) to maintain bike stability
  • 2.4 Identify and avoid riding surfaces, terrains and slopes that are dangerous to safe operation
  • 2.5 Identify environmental implications associated with machinery operation and minimise impact
  • 2.6 Identify and account for biosecurity implications associated with machinery operation
3. Complete and check quad bike operation
  • 3.1 Conduct shut-down procedures
  • 3.2 Perform routine operational servicing and minor maintenance
  • 3.3 Identify and report malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage
  • 3.4 Clean, secure and store quad bike
  • 3.5 Follow wash-down procedures in line with biosecurity guidelines where required
  • 3.6 Maintain quad bike use records for servicing purposes
  • 3.7 Load and secure quad bike safely
No information
No information
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7014 AHCMOM212A Operate quad bikes Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAO44 AHCMOM217 Operate quad bikes Unit of competency