Course Overview
This course covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare and operate vehicles and related equipment in field environments, including driving across a variety of terrains and maintaining communication with a base station. Participants learn to plan the journey, confirm routes and access requirements, conduct daily vehicle checks, maintain fuel and lubricant levels, manage minor issues, and apply safe driving practices aligned to workplace procedures. Training supports safer field vehicle operation for pipeline patrol, remote inspection and similar field-based activities.
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 1 to 2 days, including theory, practical activities and assessment (delivery dependent).
Work Placement: No work placement required
Units of Competency / Course Content
PMASUP236 – Operate vehicles in the field
Who This Course Is For
This course is suitable for workers who operate vehicles in remote or field environments, including pipeline, utilities, inspection, maintenance and operations technician roles.

