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FWPCOT3328 – Operate four wheel drive vehicle in a towing situation

Vehicle Operations — Recovery & Road Transport

Learn safe 4WD recovery methods, including equipment selection, recovery planning, hazard control and recovery procedures in difficult terrain.

Course Overview

This course provides the skills and knowledge required to tow a trailer using a four wheel drive vehicle. Participants learn to plan for towing tasks, check towing capacity and equipment suitability, couple and uncouple safely, manage loads, and operate the vehicle to suit towing conditions across varied terrain and road surfaces.

Key Details

Delivery: Face-to-face (theory + practical) or workplace-based delivery for group bookings (where suitable)

Start / Intake Information: Regular intakes are available. Contact Health Security Education for upcoming course dates.

Schedule / Time Commitment: Allow up to 1 day (up to 6 hours), including practical activities and assessment.

Work Placement: No work placement required

Units of Competency / Course Content

FWPCOT3328 – Operate four wheel drive vehicle in a towing situation


Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for workers who tow trailers or equipment with a 4WD for forestry, agriculture, construction, tourism, energy, resources and remote work activities.

Course Details

Delivery ModeFace to face
National RecognisedYes
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Course Information

Minimum age: 18 years.
Prerequisites: No formal prerequisites. Participants must hold a current driver’s licence suitable for the vehicle being used. Workplace authorisation and site requirements may apply.
Language, literacy and numeracy: All learners complete an LLN assessment. Support is available where required.
PPE / equipment / IT access: Suitable outdoor PPE may be required for practical sessions. A device with internet access is required if online learning is included.
Workplace or site access requirements: Participants must be physically capable of completing practical towing activities, with reasonable adjustments available where appropriate.

On successful completion, participants will be issued a Statement of Attainment by Health Security Education (RTO #40907) for FWPCOT3328 – Operate four wheel drive vehicle in a towing situation. A valid USI is required prior to certification issuance.

On successful completion, participants will be issued a Statement of Attainment by Health Security Education (RTO #40907) for FWPCOT3326 – Recover four wheel drive vehicle. A valid USI is required prior to certification issuance.

Course fees include training, assessment and (where applicable) issuance of certification for participants who successfully meet competency requirements.
Course fees may not include personal PPE, travel, onsite delivery travel costs, replacement certificates, or additional resources unless stated.

Funding and subsidies: Where applicable, funding or subsidies may be available for eligible participants.
Payment terms: Payment is required prior to course commencement unless otherwise arranged.
Refunds and withdrawals: Refunds are managed in accordance with Health Security Education’s Fees and Refunds Policy. Written notice is required to withdraw.

Trainer support is available throughout the course. Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) support and wellbeing support are available on request. Health Security Education provides a safe, respectful and inclusive learning environment.
Participants must follow trainer instructions and use equipment safely. Reasonable adjustment is available where appropriate.
USI: A valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required prior to the issuance of nationally recognised certification.
Policies and processes (including Complaints & Appeals) are available via the Student Handbook.

Credit Transfer: Available for equivalent completed units where a valid and current Statement of Attainment is provided.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): May be available for learners who can provide evidence of current competence.
Pathways: This unit may support entry into further training pathways in health, community services, emergency response, workplace safety, or related outcomes, depending on learner goals and packaging rules.