AHCMOM216

Operate Side by Side Utility Vehicles

About this course

AHCMOM216 Operate Side by Side Utility Vehicles describes the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a side by side utility vehicle (SSUV) to carry out routine work activities in agricultural, pastoral, remote and land management environments. The unit applies to individuals who operate SSUVs in rural and remote workplaces, including farms, stations, pastoral properties and land management settings, where vehicles are used across varying terrain and environmental conditions.

Side-by-side vehicles are common across farms, stations, and remote worksites, and safe operation is essential to minimise risk and ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements.

On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following unit of competency:

AHCMOM216 – Operate side by side utility vehicles

Completion of this unit does not automatically grant a licence or authorisation to operate equipment where additional regulatory or workplace requirements apply.

Why choose us?

We’ll come to you

We know it’s hard for people in rural and remote areas to access training services, that’s why we have trainers on the road that will bring the courses to you.

Please note training is undertaken using your machine so terms and conditions apply. Safety and compliance regulations apply to all machines used during our courses, and we will notify you of these upon engagement.

Industry specific training

All our trainers have extensive knowledge of the agricultural industry and rural living, so our courses are relatable and industry focused.

Have fun!

Our courses are designed to be fun, interesting, and interactive but delivered in a way where scenarios are relatable to rural and remote environments and relevant to the agricultural industry.

Accessible learner management system

We use a Learner Management System (LMS) which makes it easy to complete knowledge assessment requirements, access certificates quickly and keeps your portfolio for future training.

Course content

This course provides learners with the skills and knowledge required to safely operate side by side utility vehicles (SSUVs) in agricultural, pastoral, remote and land management environments in accordance with workplace procedures and work health and safety requirements.

Course content includes:

• Planning and preparing for SSUV operations, including interpreting work instructions and site documentation
• Conducting pre-operational, safety and functional checks of the SSUV and associated equipment
• Identifying hazards and applying risk control measures relevant to rural, pastoral and remote operating environments
• Operating SSUVs safely across varying terrain, weather and environmental conditions
• Managing loads and passengers where applicable, in accordance with manufacturer and workplace requirements
• Applying safe driving techniques to minimise rollover and collision risks
• Communicating effectively with other workers and following site communication procedures
• Monitoring vehicle performance and identifying and reporting faults or maintenance issues
• Performing shutdown, parking, cleaning and post-operational procedures
• Completing required workplace documentation and reporting in accordance with site requirements

Course components

Face to face knowledge & practical learning / assessment (6 hours)

The knowledge component involves theory training from your trainer and assessor to guide you through the learning and assessment process. This is done in a classroom setting and also whilst outside with the SSUV.

The practical component involves hands-on training where participants will learn and practice the applied skills with a trainer there to observe and provide feedback.

Course requirements

To successfully complete this unit, students must participate in all required training and assessment activities and demonstrate competence in accordance with the unit of competency and the Standards for RTOs 2025.

Students are required to engage in practical, hands-on training and assessment activities involving the safe operation of a side by side utility vehicle (SSUV) in workplace or simulated environments that reflect real agricultural, pastoral and remote operating conditions.

Students must be physically capable of safely operating an SSUV, including manoeuvring the vehicle across uneven terrain, managing loads and passengers where applicable, and performing pre-operational and shutdown tasks.

Students must be able to follow workplace procedures, understand and apply safety instructions, and communicate effectively in a rural or remote work environment.

Students must comply with Agri Training Solutions’ enrolment, attendance and assessment requirements, and adhere to all work health and safety procedures, manufacturer specifications and site-specific requirements relevant to SSUV operation.

All course requirements are communicated to students prior to enrolment through the pre-training review process to ensure students understand expectations and are suitably prepared to undertake training and assessment.

If students have any queries or concerns regarding these requirements, they are encouraged to contact Agri Training Solutions to discuss available support options.

Assessments

There are two types of assessments you will be required to complete for this course:

1. Supported online learning for theory learning & assessment
2. Face-to-face practical training & assessment

If you are not satisfied with your assessment results it is best to discuss it with your trainer and assessor first to see if you can arrange a reassessment. If you still find you are dissatisfied, you can complete a Complaints and Appeals form and we will follow the process outlined in our Complaints and Appeals Policy (pdf), which is also in our Student Guide (pdf) and on our Student Resources page on our website.

Certificates

Upon successful completion of all required components, we will issue a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment (certificate) for the following:

AHCMOM216 – Operate side by side utility vehicles

Your certificate will be emailed as a PDF to your nominated email address within 5 business days of course completion, providing all competencies are met.

Refund policy

Some learners may be eligible for a refund in certain circumstances. Please visit our Refund Request Policy for further information.

Student support

Agri Training Solutions provides targeted and ongoing student support to ensure all learners are able to engage effectively in training and assessment and have equitable opportunities to achieve competency.

Learner support needs are identified through the pre-training review process and monitored throughout the training and assessment period.

Support strategies are tailored to individual learner circumstances and may include assistance with language, literacy, numeracy and digital capability; flexible delivery and assessment arrangements; additional trainer support during practical activities; and access to learning resources in formats suitable for rural and remote delivery contexts.

Learners are provided with direct access to trainers and assessors for clarification, guidance and feedback via face-to-face contact, phone or email.

Where additional support needs are identified that fall outside the RTO’s scope, Agri Training Solutions provides referrals to appropriate external support services.

If you are concerned that your language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills may not be sufficient to complete the course, the LLN tool can be found on our website or will be allocated for you to complete upon enrolment.

The LLN tool can also be found at your course booking page.