Essential 4wd Courses

4x4 driving courses
  • 4wd Bush Driving: Maximise traction & control when manoeuvring over uneven terrain.
  • 4wd Defensive Driving: Drive to the conditions; solutions for rollover prevention on unsealed roads.
  • Self-Recovery: Mathematical & practical steps to recover a 4wd; safely use a variety of recovery gear.

Security Courses

driving courses

Roadcraft Courses

driving courses

Instructor Courses

driving courses

Train-the-Trainer (ToT): Designed for individuals, who would like to become lead trainers in OnCourse driver training systems.

Additional

Driving in Africa

Latest: Observations on Fleet Operation in Harsh and Hostile Environments

Observations on Fleet Operation in Harsh and Hostile Environments

By the nature of their work humanitarian agencies are more than likely to be working in insecure and remote areas with limited resources to safely operate their fleets. However, in my experience, the majority of these agencies do not put into place correct systems and procedures for maintenance and safe operation of their vehicles to counter this.

Published: November 2009. Read more >>

About Target Fixation
About Target Fixation
April 2007.
The term seems to have originated from World War II fighter pilots, who spoke of a tendency to want to fly into targets during a strafing run.
Electronically Challenged
Electronically Challenged
October 2006.
During my apprentice days, I came across the KISS principle.
Roll-Overs on Unsealed Roads Revisited
Roll-Overs on Unsealed Roads Revisited
May 2006.
A recent event has prompted me to revisit this subject. Fortunately, all involved were not seriously hurt.
Blowing Smoke
Blowing Smoke
February 2006.
With the number of vehicles hitting the road, ever on the increase, a concern over the pollution levels is a major concern.
4wd Vehicle Inspections
4wd Vehicle Inspections
October 2005.
I thought this time, I would cover in more detail the what, how to and why's of an inspection.
Buying A Used Japanese 4wd: What To Consider
Buying A Used Japanese 4wd: What To Consider
January 2005.
Buying a second hand vehicle (in Uganda) can be a bit of a gamble at the best of times.
Driving in Uganda
Driving in Uganda
January 2005.
Driving in Uganda has been described as a series of near misses.
How To Prevent A Roll Over On Unsealed Roads
How To Prevent A Roll Over On Unsealed Roads
October 2004.
I learnt the hard way about the dangers of unsealed roads.
When Livestock Becomes Road Kill
When Livestock Becomes Road Kill
September 2004.
It was reported recently that President Museveni forked out 150,000/= ($100 US) for a chicken that was run over by his vehicle.
Driving in Turkey
Driving in Turkey
July 2004.
The cardinal rules of safety to survive Turkish driving are: drive very defensively, avoid driving at night, and never let emotions affect what you do.

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