Students over 16, again took advantage of the opportunity to participate in Quad Bike and Side by Side training at the Campbell Town Show Grounds. We are very grateful to funds from MAIB which allow this training to occur and enable students to learn safe use and behaviour when driving these vehicles.

Three students were lucky to be able to complete training on both vehicles with four gaining their Quad Bike qualification.

The days cover not just safe use of the vehicles but loading and unloading, tying down, maintenance, PPE and students complete a theory paper to show their understanding, along side the practical riding. Students weave in and out of cones, both forward and reverse. They practice stopping at speed, climb woodchips hills and load the bikes ready for departure.

These important days also introduce students to Vocational Educational Training (VET) and allow them to gain TCE points.

Well done to Angus, Noah, Kevin, Aiden, Shane and Lilly.

Thank you:

• MAIB - Injury Prevention and Management Foundation - Funding
• Josie Chester for assisting with the application, booking the show grounds and making sure everything runs smoothly. Josie also ensured everyone was well feed on the day with savoury treats at recess and sandwiches for lunch.
• Midland Agricultural Association - Show Grounds Facilitator/Caretaker - Andrew Baker
• Leigh Bellchambers, from TAFE, for travelling over 4 hours each day to teach the courses.
• Julie Howard & Josie Chester - Funding from MAIB

Jill Bennett

11/12/13 AST