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PO Box 1514
Melton West 3337
VIC AU
Tel 0413 594 262

Training 2012

CITYWEST 4x4 Club places a high level of importance on safety for all of its activities. In support of this we offer opportunities to gain learn how to safely drive a 4WD vehicle off-road and a range of other associated outdoor, camping and leadership skills.

Courses currently offered to members of the club include:-

DRIVER TRAINING

Proficiency Driver Training

Each course is divided into two components; a theory session and practical driver instruction.  The theory session is generally held on a Thursday evening at Four Wheel Drive Victoria in North Balwyn and the practical driver instruction is usually held at the Melbourne Off-Road Training Ground in Werribee on either Saturday or Sunday. Some Theory session will be held in Melton where sufficient participants have registered.

Cost: $150.00 for club members 
Cost to the public is $280.00 (incl GST) + $110 (incl GST) for Competency.
Second Driver $220.00)

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Advanced Driver Training

Participants must have completed the Basic Driver Training and had some prior experience.

Cost: $260.00 for club members (Cost to public is $380) 2 days training.

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Womens Driver Training

Each course is divided into two components; a theory session and practical driver instruction.  The theory session is generally held on a Thursday evening at Four Wheel Drive Victoria in North Balwyn and the practical driver instruction is usually held at the Melbourne Off-Road Training Ground in Werribee on either Saturday or Sunday. Some Theory session will be held in Melton where sufficient participants have registered.

Cost: $150.00 for club members (Cost to the public is $280.00 Second Driver $220.00)

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Onroad Towing Course

Topics include: 

• Loads and loading, set up and hookups
• Types of hitches • Driving and manoeuvring techniques
• Reversing • Manoeuvring in a defined area
• Regulations • Brakes • Safety and maintenance checks

This course is delivered by Four Wheel Drive Victoria accredited
Instructors using our recognised training program.

Cost (Per person): $220.00 inc GST (Member) $280.00 inc GST (Non Member)

Location: Altona North - Duration: 1 day
Course Requirement: Must provide own trailer, camper van or caravan. 


Sunday 17th April On Road Towing Course (TO110417) - Altona
Sunday 22nd May On Road Towing Course (TO110522) – Altona

 

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CHAINSAW TRAINING

Topics include: 

• Personal Protective Equipment • The Chainsaw • Work Technique
• Chainsaw Maintenance • Basic Cross Cut Techniques

This course is delivered by Four Wheel Drive Victoria (RTO:21605)
using nationally accredited units from RTF03
Amenity Horticulture Training Package RTC2304A Operate and maintain chainsaws

Cost: $300.00 inc GST (Member) $360.00 inc GST (Non Member)
Location: Four Wheel Drive Victoria Head Office
North Balwyn RSL, Centreway Greythorn (Melway Ref: 46:G2)
(Other locations may be available by arrangement)

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FIRST AID

Topics include: 

• Introduction to First Aid • How your body works
• Accessing an emergency • Choking (Airway obstruction)
• Resuscitation • Bleeding • Head, neck and spinal injuries
• Muscle, joint and bone injury • Burns and scalds
• Poisoning • Bites and stings • Medical emergencies

This course is delivered by National First Aid (RTO:3981) using a unit
of competence contained in the Health Training Package (HLT07).
HLTFA301B Apply First Aid (Previously known as Level 2)

Cost: $160.00 inc GST (Member) $195.00 Inc GST (Non Member)

Location: Four Wheel Drive Victoria Head Office
North Balwyn RSL, Centreway Greythorn (Melway Ref: 46:G2)

Course materials: First Aid manual, Course workbook & Handy hints glove box guide.
Duration: 2 Days (Over 2 weekends)

Saturday 9th April First Aid Course (FA110409) - Nth Balwyn
Saturday 16th April First Aid Course (FA110409) - Nth Balwyn
 

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TRIP LEADER TRAINING

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