Question 1

Is ATV and Quadbike training a legal requirement or mandatory ?

Accepted Answer

Yes.   The Minister for Business, Employment and Retail, Damien English TD, signed the Statutory Instrument which introduces an obligation on the users of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) to undergo mandatory training, and to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), when using such vehicles for work purposes.

Question 2

What legislation applies to this vehicle type, ATV and Quad Bike ?

Accepted Answer

SI No 619 of 2021 Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) (Amendment No 2) Regulations 2021

Question 3

Do I have to wear a Helmet ?

Accepted Answer

Yes.   As the statistics has informed us in recent years, Wearing a helmet strongly reduces the likelihood of a head injury in the event of a fall from an ATV.   The Minister for Business, Employment and Retail, Damien English TD, has signed the Statutory Instrument which introduces an obligation on the users of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) to undergo mandatory training, and to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), when using such vehicles for work purposes.

Question 4

Is the ATV and Quadbike course difficult ?

Accepted Answer

CBT Group provide for all competencies and abilities with a range of vehicles to provide for additional learning tools and friendly instructors to encourage you along the way and assist with your learning journey.

Question 5

What is the content of the Quad Bike & All Terrain Vehicle Course ?

Accepted Answer

Legislation PPE Pre use inspection  After start checks  Starting and Moving off  Safe parking  Steering  Body Positions  Obstacles  Descending, Ascending & Traversing Hills  Load Capacities

Question 6

How long does my accreditation last ?

Accepted Answer

Lantra approved courses provided at CBT Group in this discipline last for 5 years.

Question 7

Can I use my own Quadbike ?

Accepted Answer

No.   CBT Group provide for all competencies and abilities, with a range of vehicles to provide for additional learning tools, and friendly instructors to encourage you along the way, and assist with your learning journey.

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