Industrial UTV Operator

*This course has a minimum requirement of 6 particiants, so there is possibility of cancellation if numbers are not met*

The Industrial UTV Operator Certification course is a one-day Canada Safety Council certified program that provides riders with a solid base of practical skills and behaviours for safer and more responsible UTV riding. The course is primarily hands-on (riding lessons), and is supplemented by interactive discussion lessons at the course site.

The activities included in the course curriculum include:

• UTV safety basics and pre-inspection


• Proper selection and use of riding gear and personal protective equipment


• Pre-ride inspection and safe start-up procedures


• Safe turning and braking


• Emergency stopping


• Safe riding strategies and risk management


• Collision avoidance


• Riding on hills and difficult terrain


• Riding over obstacles


• Emergency preparedness


• Safe loading and unloading


• Trail riding basics

 

Students are responsible for providing the following:

• A UTV (must be in good condition, with controls and safety features in working order)


• Proof of valid liability insurance for the machine being used to participate in the course


• DOT or Snell compliant helmet


• Goggles, safety glasses, or face shield


• Over the ankle boots (no running shoes allowed)

• Gloves, long pants, and long sleeves that provide protection from branches or debris