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Course details

AHCMOM217 – Operate Quad Bikes is a nationally recognised training course designed to develop the skills, knowledge and safe behaviours required to confidently and legally operate a quad bike in diverse workplace settings.

Delivered face-to-face over a half-day session, this quad bike training covers real-world quad bike operation, including pre-start checks, terrain navigation, vehicle maintenance, and shut down procedures. Whether you’re working on agricultural land, in mining operations, or managing council assets, this course provides the knowledge required for safe operation in line with Australian safety standards and work health responsibilities.

This course has been tailored for those who operate and maintain quad bikes as part of their job, with practical outcomes that apply directly to high-risk and remote environments.

Course name

AHCMOM217 Operate quad bikes

Duration

Half day (approximately 4–5 hours) face-to-face

Cost

$495 per person
Additional costs apply for optional modules such as towing and loading.

Course code

AHCMOM217 – Operate quad bikes

On-site & Group bookings

Available on request

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Target audience

This course is designed for workers and contractors in:

Agriculture
Mining
Local government
Utilities and energy sectors

It is especially relevant for those required to safely operate quad bikes on rough or unpredictable terrain, or those responsible for their maintenance and daily operation. If you are using your own quad bike or a company vehicle, this course ensures you and your team understand your responsibilities under workplace safety law.

Outcomes of AHCMOM217 quad bike training

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for AHCMOM217, a nationally recognised training unit under the Australian Qualifications Framework, issued by Link Resources Training Pty Ltd (RTO 45483). This certification supports employer compliance, team safety, and individual capability when it comes to the safe and effective operation of quad bikes and other vehicles on site.

Link Resources AHCMOM217 operate quad bikes training group riding ATVs on off-road trail

Course delivery

Training is delivered face-to-face by experienced instructors and includes both theory and practical components. The course content is contextualised to reflect real workplace environments, offering life experience rather than classroom-only scenarios. Participants will:

Learn how to safely operate quad bikes across varied terrain
Complete pre-start checks and routine maintenance
Understand how to load, secure and unload quad bikes (optional module)
Practice shut down procedures and emergency responses
Gain insight into applicable work health and safety laws and responsibilities

Quad bike training is conducted at purpose-built driver training facilities or can be delivered on your site (subject to terrain suitability).

Training areas

Link Resources operates an exclusive driver training facility in Moreton Bay, in Kurwongbah, just north of Brisbane. The terrain has been carefully selected to mirror the conditions participants will face during day-to-day quad bike operation, providing an ideal environment for developing real-world skills. For group bookings, training can also be delivered in:

Sunshine Coast →

8 Technology Drive, Warana QLD 4575

Brisbane →

18/229 Junction Road, Cannon Hill QLD 4170

Moreton Bay →

Neilson Road, Kurwongbah QLD 4503

Adelaide →

414B Churchill Road, Kilburn SA 5084

Devonport →

14 Loone Ln, Spreyton TAS 7310

Launceston →

55 Oakden Road, Prospect TAS 7250

Melbourne →

24/94 Keys Road, Cheltenham VIC 3192

Gippsland →

48A Standing Drive, Traralgon East VIC 3844

Link Resources AHCMOM217 operate quad bikes course rider operating quad bike on sandy terrain

Entry requirements

There are no formal pre-requisites, but participants must:

Be physically capable of operating a quad bike
Have basic English literacy (interpreters are not permitted)

You will also need to bring:

Your USI (Unique Student Identifier)
Personal protective equipment, including an Australian Standards helmet, safety gloves, and eye protection
Long-sleeved shirt, long pants, enclosed shoes with good grip, and a hat
Sunscreen, insect repellent, water, snacks, and a light lunch
Notepad and pen

Please note: Quad bikes are not supplied. If a vehicle is required, it must be arranged in advance through your organisation or supplier.

Payment Options

Please see the Link Resources Payments, Cancellations and Refund Policy below in Student Information for all details on Payments for your course.

Payment can be made via direct bank transfer, EFTPOS, cash or cheque. For billing information, including who to write a cheque to, please email accounts@link-resources.com.au or call (07) 5491 2144.

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Pathways

Training and education pathways

Graduates of AHCMOM217 may go on to complete further nationally recognised training such as:

Employment pathways

This course supports progression into roles that involve operating quad bikes or managing vehicle safety standards, such as:

Field operators
WHS officers
Fleet coordinators
Remote and regional site workers

Compliance and safety note

Quad bikes are not toys. They handle differently from cars or motorcycles and require sound judgement and proper technique. AHCMOM217 prepares your team to understand vehicle limitations, environmental hazards, and their legal responsibilities, reducing the risk of incident and promoting safer quad bike operation across your organisation.