COURSE DETAILS

Training Course Type

  • On-site training and assessment
  • On-site Experience Worker Test (EWT) assessment only 

Novice Training Course Duration

1-2 days dependant on any previous experience 

Novice Candidate Numbers

3

Experience Worker Tests per day

6

Variations

All-Terrain Vehicles multi drive

All-Terrain Vehicles Argo cat type

All-Terrain vehicles soft track type

All-Terrain vehicles Hagglund type

Card Options

  • 5-year NPORS traditional card & certificate

Minimum Age

16

Instructor

Bertie Tupper & Tuppco Instructors

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FURTHER
INFORMATION

  • What is ATV multi drive skid steer?

    Multi drive skid steer all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are incredibly versatile machines, making them popular, and vital, tools of the trade for land-based businesses. But their flexibility means that even the most experienced rider can find themselves in potentially dangerous situations.

  • What does the Tuppco training course include?
    • Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator
    • Have a working knowledge of the manufacture’s handbook for the particular machine to be used
    • Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
    • Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturers and legislative requirements
    • Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for all-terrain vehicle use
    • Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
    • Prepare the all-terrain vehicle for use and operate machinery safely and efficiently
    • Attach and set trailer implements ready for operation
    • Environmental considerations 
    • Storage and transport of implements and attachments
    • Load and unload from transport vehicle or trailer correctly
    • Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures
  • Venue and Equipment Requirements:
    • Suitable and safe area to operate and manoeuvre machine
    • Varying terrain and slopes
    • Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork
    • Suitable welfare facilities
    • ATV sit in 
    • Trailer
    • Loads
    • Operators’ manual
    • Risk assessment completed
    • PPE including head protection 
  • Theory Assessment:
    • 20 multiple choice questions
    • 5 written questions
    • 4 marks per question
    • 80% pass mark required
  • Practical assessment criteria:
    • Pre use and operational checks
    • Travel up and down slopes
    • Drive through restriction forwards and backwards
    • Reverse 30 metres in a straight line, through restrictions
    • Use 2WD, 4WD, Differential lock, 
    • Attach trailer and secure, drive forwards and backwards
    • Load vehicle and secure
    • Drive over uneven and sloping terrain

    Pass mark is less than 20 penalty points and no mandatory disqualifications

    Time allowed is 1 hour 15 minutes 

  • Where Does Tuppco Deliver Onsite Courses?

    Tuppco proudly delivers on-site training courses across a wide region of the South and Central UK. From Dorset, Somerset, and Wiltshire to Reading, Oxford, and Swindon, our team provides expert, accredited instruction at your workplace using your own equipment. We specialise in NPORS plant training, Lantra land-based and machinery courses, and Qualsafe first aid and health & safety training. Businesses across Berkshire, the Cotswolds, Hampshire, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Buckinghamshire, Cheltenham, and Northamptonshire rely on Tuppco for flexible, professional training solutions that minimise downtime and maximise compliance.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Objective Of Course

The aim of the NPORS All-Terrain Vehicles Multi Drive Skid Steer (N608C) course is to equip learners with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to operate multi-drive skid steer vehicles safely and efficiently on all terrains, in compliance with industry standards.

Key Course Objectives:
  • Understand vehicle controls, functions, and limitations
  • Learn correct PPE, safety responsibilities, and operational procedures
  • Conduct pre-use inspections and basic maintenance checks
  • Operate the vehicle safely over varied terrains and conditions
  • Use attachments safely and effectively for lifting, loading, and groundworks
  • Identify and manage hazards including slopes, obstacles, and uneven ground
  • Apply safe work practices and NPORS-approved operational standards
  • Build confidence to perform tasks efficiently while maintaining safety

By the end of the course, learners will be fully competent and confident in operating multi-drive skid steer vehicles safely, enhancing productivity and workplace safety.

What Will Be Awarded

Upon successful completion of the NPORS All-Terrain Vehicles Multi Drive Skid Steer (N608C) course with TUPPCO Training, learners will receive an NPORS N608C certificate, confirming competence in the safe operation, manoeuvring, and basic maintenance of multi-drive skid steer vehicles on all terrains.

Your Award Will Include:
  • Official NPORS N608C Certificate
  • Verified competence in safe driving, manoeuvring, and control of multi-drive skid steer vehicles
  • Skills in terrain handling, attachment use, and basic vehicle maintenance
  • Knowledge of risk assessment, hazard awareness, and regulatory compliance
  • Understanding of pre-use inspections, operational safety, and emergency procedures
Who the Award Is For:

Ideal for construction workers, landscapers, groundworkers, and anyone operating or supervising all-terrain skid steer vehicles on commercial or construction sites.

How Long The Course Can Take

The NPORS All-Terrain Vehicles Multi Drive Skid Steer (N608C) course is designed to be practical and comprehensive:

Course Duration Overview:
  • Typically 1–2 days, depending on learner experience
  • Covers theory on vehicle operation, attachments, safety procedures, hazard awareness, and practical driving exercises
  • Includes hands-on assessment to ensure competency

Delivered by NPORS-certified TUPPCO Training instructors with extensive experience in all-terrain skid steer operations.

TUPPCO Training delivers this course nationwide, including construction sites, landscaping projects, and industrial worksites.

Expert Training On Your Business Site

TUPPCO Training provides on-site multi-drive skid steer training, allowing staff to learn using your vehicles, in a realistic work environment, ensuring practical skills are applied directly to your operations.

Benefits of On-Site Training:
  1. Training tailored to your site terrain, vehicles, and operational needs
  2. Hands-on experience with your skid steer vehicles and attachments
  3. Reduces travel and downtime for staff
  4. Realistic learning in actual workplace conditions
  5. Delivered by experienced NPORS-certified TUPPCO Training instructors
Suitable On-Site Locations Include:
  • Construction sites and civil engineering projects
  • Landscaping and grounds maintenance sites
  • Industrial yards and commercial premises
  • Any site requiring multi-drive skid steer operation

TUPPCO Training covers the Cotswolds, South West, Midlands, and across the UK.

FAQs

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  • Do I Receive A Certificate & Skills Card?

    Yes! Upon successful completion of your course, you’ll receive an official certificate and skills card accredited by Lantra, NPORS or Qualsafe recognising your achievement and qualification.

  • What Areas Do We Cover?
    TUPPCO Training proudly provides expert first aid and workplace training across the Cotswolds, surrounding counties, and nationwide across the UK. We bring our trainers directly to your business, school, nursery, or organisation. Local Cotswold Areas We Cover- Cheltenham, Gloucester, Cirencester, Tewkesbury, Stroud, Stow-on-the-Wold, Moreton-in-Marsh, Bourton-on-the-Water Wider Regional & UK Coverage- We also cover Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Worcestershire, and all areas across the UK, ensuring flexible, high-quality training wherever you are located. If your area isn’t listed, just get in touch—TUPPCO Training travels nationwide.
  • Where Do We Deliver Training?

    All training is delivered at your site, farm, or another suitable location. We tailor each session to your environment to ensure it’s relevant and practical. Specific arrangements can be discussed in more detail upon request.

  • Who Delivers Your Training?

    Our training is delivered by Bertie Tupper and a team of fully qualified instructors who are accredited by Lantra, NPORS or Qualsafe. Each trainer brings real industry experience and a passion for helping learners build practical skills and confidence.

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