This Quad Bike & UTV Operation SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) gives your team a clear method for safely operating quad bikes and UTVs or side-by-sides for off-road transport, inspection, patrol and light haulage. It covers pre-ride checks including the operator protection device, helmets and seatbelts, load and towing limits, terrain and route assessment, active riding technique, slopes, no passengers on single-rider quads, and responding to a rollover. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Farmers and graziers
Agricultural and horticultural businesses
Rangers, parks and land management teams
Golf courses and resorts
Mining and exploration site crews
Use it to
Train and induct workers in exactly how you expect the task to be done
Keep a clear reference at the machine, in the vehicle or on site
Record competency with the built-in sign-off
Show clients, insurers and auditors your safe work methods are written down
What this SOP covers
Rollover on slopes or uneven, unstable or slippery ground
Being thrown from or crushed under the vehicle
Loss of control from speed, braking, sharp turns or rider skill
Collisions with obstacles, fences, vehicles, animals or people
Carrying a passenger on a single-rider quad bike
Overloaded racks or exceeding towing capacity
Ejection when helmets or seatbelts aren't worn
Entanglement or burns from moving engine parts and hot exhaust
Whole-body vibration and awkward postures
Flying debris, low branches and vegetation
What's included
10 pre-operational checks, from training and tyres, brakes and fluids to lights, the operator protection device, helmet and seatbelt, racks, load limits and the route
A 12-step operating procedure covering no passengers on quads, helmets and restraints, seating and active riding, speed, slopes, load and towing limits and mobile phones
Isolation and energy control for switching off the engine, removing the ignition tether, braking and chocking wheels on slopes
7 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps
Emergency actions for rollovers, collisions and loss of control
PPE checklist and a list of related documents
Competency acknowledgement and worker sign-off
Space for your logo, SOP number, version and review dates
Why use this template
Saves hours compared with writing an SOP from a blank page
Written as clear, numbered steps that workers can follow on the job
Fully editable, so you can match it to your equipment, site and how your team works
The competency sign-off gives you a training record from day one
How it works
Buy online and download straight away. You'll also get an email with your link.
Add your logo, company name, SOP number and dates.
Check it suits your equipment and site, and edit anything you need to.
Train your workers and have them sign the competency acknowledgement.
Need more than one SOP?
This SOP is also included in the Ultimate Agriculture & Farming SOP Bundle. At $197 for the whole bundle, it works out much cheaper than buying SOPs one at a time.
Common questions
Can a passenger ride on a quad bike?
No. The SOP prohibits carrying a passenger on a single-rider quad bike because it's designed and rated for one rider only.
Does it require an operator protection device?
Yes. Riders confirm the quad bike is fitted with an operator protection device and that it, and any rollover protection structure, is in good condition.
Does it cover tractors or road vehicles?
No. Registered on-road vehicles and other powered mobile plant such as tractors or excavators aren't covered.
Can I change it?
Yes. It's a Microsoft Word file, so you can add, remove or change any step, check or hazard, and add your own logo and details.
Does it suit my state?
Yes. It's written to the model WHS laws and suits all states and territories, including Victoria under the OHS Act and Regulations.
What if it doesn't suit my work?
You're covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee if it isn't fit for purpose.
