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OCCL Defensive Driving Courses

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 4wd Self Recovery Course

Learn the mathematical and practical steps to retrieve a 4wd vehicle. Safely and correctly use a variety of self-recovery equipment, including hand & electrical winches, kinetic-energy ropes, hi-lift jack, adjustable chains, and ground anchors.

 Driving Course Modules Include:

  • Introduction to different 4wd Systems; accessories and equipment available on the market and their pros and cons.
  • Safe use of recovery equipment and how to maintain and correctly store it.
  • Setting up a straight-pull recovery system and 2 & 3:1 pull recovery systems.
  • Preparing for and correctly carrying out water crossings.

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Development of 4wd Courses

OCCL 4wd Courses were developed in conjunction with Duncan’s Off-Road 4wd Driver Training Company, Australia. OCCL adapted Duncan’s courses to common place road conditions and hazards of this region.

4wd Training That Makes a Difference!

Learn how to drive a 4wd correctly!

About 4wd vs 2wd Vehicle Handling: Driving a 4wd vehicle effectively requires special techniques that need to be learnt and practiced. Incorrect use of an off-road vehicle can increase your maintenance costs considerably and under certain road conditions be life-threatening.

What Makes Our Training Unique?

  • OCCL training courses are "situation specific" to road conditions found in developing countries.
  • OCCL is the only training centre worldwide specialising in off-road 4wd security driving courses.
  • OCCL is one of only two schools world-wide offering defensive driving courses specifically for unsealed road surfaces. (Our partners in Australia, Duncan’s Off Road, is the other school).
  • We accept only eight students per class to ensure that your employees receive maximum attention and driving time.
  • We understand the need for hands-on training; Our courses are biased 30% theory & 70% practical.

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OnCourse (OCCL) Provides Driving Solutions For Field Workers, UN and Peacekeeping Personnel, Fleet Managers, Tour Operators, Professional Drivers and 4wd Owners. OCCL specialises in 4wd Training Courses, Security Driving Courses and Defensive Driving Courses.