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ROV Basic DriverCourse DriverCoach Guide 1

Supplemental Information | Section 7.0

1. ROHVA Directory

2. DriverCourse Enrollment System (DES)

3. RBDC FAQs

4. Guidelines for CRE Range & OTE Suite Terrain Features

5. Training Site Form

6. Training Site Permission Agreement

7. ROV Safety Course Waiver & Indemnification

8. ROV Basic DriverCourse & Open Trail Experience Waiver Form

9. ROV TCLOC

10. Personality Temperament

11. Personality Plus Characteristics

12. Preparation Checklist

13. Glossary

2 ROV Basic DriverCourse DriverCoach Guide

Section 7.0 | Supplemental Information

ROHVA Employee & Department Directory

2 Jenner Suite 150, Irvine, CA, 92618Phone - (949)255-2560 Fax - (949)727-4219

Email - [email protected] Enrollment System (DES): online.rohva.org/DESAdmin

Tom YagerVice President

ext. [email protected]

Training Operations(866) 267-2751

Department email - [email protected]

Lenore Stjerne, Senior Coordinator (DCP)ext. 3058

[email protected]

Tim Rice, OHV Training Specialistext. 3071

[email protected]

Vikki Koehnleinext. 3068

[email protected]

ROHVA E-Course Support:Madison Ward

ext. [email protected]



DriverCourse Enrollment System (DES) User Guide For DriverCoaches

The DriverCourse Enrollment System (DES) is the website DriverCoaches use to administer their training. Each DriverCoach needs to complete and submit the Company/Sponsor Form to Training Operations to have a profile and account registered in DES. A username and password (typically the DriverCoach ID # for both username and password) will be created for each DriverCoach after the Company/Sponsor information has been added to DES. After a username and password has been created, the DriverCoach can use DES to do the following and more:

Edit/Manage Site information Schedule & Complete Classes Register students Print Rosters/Waivers Participant search View Class history Access to the Library



Entering and Completing a Class in DES

The steps below will guide you through the process of entering and completing your own classes. Follow it step by step (as shown).

Log in. Your username and password will be set to your DriverCoach ID # once account has been created. You may change your password after your initial log in. Click on Classes in the menu bar.

Your account should default to your Coordinator Group (state or branch of military) and Sponsor information. Select Site. Click New Class. You do not need to add any search criteria (information below Site).



Please see below to view what sections are required to create your class. You must go in order as listed.

Enter the date of training (Start & End date) Enter class start time Click on Site to select Site Select Coordinator (state) Select Course Type (RBDC) Check Student Type - Public or military branch (All Agency students are marked as Public) Check Experiences (if applicable; if experiences do not populate, notify RTO) Enter # of vehicles allowed (6). This will allow you to add up to 6 vehicles if needed Select Drivers per Vehicle (4). This will allow you to add up to 4 drivers per vehicle. Click on Course DriverCoaches and enter the DriverCoach ID #(s) in the empty fields. (May add up to 8) Do not complete the Course Completion Overview. This will be done after you enter the student information.

Example - showing entered class information in required fields.



Click Save Class after the information is entered.

A class ID # will be assigned and will populate in the upper right hand corner.

Adding Participants -

Click on Participants. Each participant needs to be assigned to a vehicle in order to save their information. To add vehicle information, click on the + sign next to the Vehicle drop down (in the ‘Details’ section).

Enter Vehicle information (Mfr, Model and Year if known) for up to 6 vehicles. If vehicle information is unknown, enter the below information for the vehicle. Click Save.



Use the vehicle drop down to select the vehicle you just entered. Select Student or Passenger. (Passengers do not receive a completion card)

Enter required student information. *First & Last name, address, City, State, Zip, D.O.B., Gender, and at least one phone #. (All cards will be mailed to Coach directly unless this is a Public class.)

Click on Training Details to link the E-Course to the participant record (below email).

Type in the E-Course # if the student provided it to you beforehand. If it was not provided to you, click on binoculars to search by the name.

If you clicked on the binoculars, the search screen popped up. Click Search.



Participant’s E-Course information should pop up. If no results populated, the spelling may be wrong or the student did not complete the E-Course. Try to search with partial name or city or email to locate their E-Course information.

*If you can not find the E-Course record, click cancel and select “Did Not Complete” for the student status.

Click on the Add Icon to the left of the Reference ID to add the ID # to the participant’s record.

Change the student status to Completed if E-Course found.

Click Save Participant.

Participant information will be added to the class.



Repeat steps for each student.

If the ‘Vehicles Allowed’ and ‘Drivers per Vehicle’ were set to 6 and 4 in Class Details, you can add 4 students per vehicle. If not, you can only add the number of vehicles and drivers you selected in the Class Details.

After all students have been entered and marked Completed, click on ‘Class Details’ tab.



Course Completion - Click on Course Completion Overview. (below the section where you enter the DriverCoach info)

Enter the student completion data in the appropriate fields. (The numbers must match and you must type in ‘0’ where applicable.)

Click Save class.

**The class will lock after it has been completed in DES and no edits will be allowed. A pop-up will appear at the top of the screen. Click OK if all is accurate and you are ready to close the class. **Completion Cards will automatically populate to be printed and mailed from RTO.



Course Administration FAQs

Will there be any online ROV DriverCoach resources?Yes, the ROHVA Driver Enrollment System (DES), a online.rohva.org/DESAdmin. DES i s a complete web-based solution designed as a cost effective tool with support for our ROHVA service providers. For assistance with DES contact Rider Training Operations at @rohva.org or 267-2751.

How does a DriverCoach get access to DES?Each DriverCoach must submit the Company/Sponsor Contact Form

. teaching courses to the public, the Training Site Form and the Training Site Permission Letter . forms

at .

What is the reporting process?

How does a student or DriverCoach get completion cards? ompletion ards are i ssued twice per month from ROHVA after courses are processed. They are

mailed to the .

What are the administrative requirements for “approving” a range and a trail route/area?All training areas must meet the requirements l isted in the ROV DriverCoach Guide and

the l andowner’s approval . ites used for Public must be approved through ROHVA by submitting the completed Training Site Form with required photographs.

How does an Agency or Sponsor get training started?The DriverCoach needs to complete and submit the Company/Sponsor Form to RTO, secure a training area (or areas) meeting the requirements i n the ROV DriverCoach Guide, and coordinate training dates with thestudents. The DriverCoach will enter the class and student i nformation i n the Driver Enrollment System(DES) and ROHVA will mail the student completion cards..



How will insurance be arranged?Liability and medical i nsurance coverage for the ROV Basic DriverCourse i s ROHVA (a fee of$20 per driver may apply). DriverCoaches must report all classes to ROHVA through the Driver Enrollment System (DES) i n order to secure coverage.

What are the professional standards of training?The training area must conform to the requirements i n the ROV DriverCoach Guide , ROVs must be i n safe, operable condition, and the training must meet and follow the requirements l isted i n the ROV DriverCoach Guide while conducted by a l ice

Will there be loan ROVs available?Honda and Yamaha participate i n the ROHVA l oan program.

Agreement Form, contact at or (866) 267-2751.

Is there a quality assurance process?ROHVA has technical resources available to assist certified DriverCoaches. In addition, certified ROVDriverCoach Trainers and ROHVA staff may conduct on-site visits.

Who is the primary ROHVA contact for the RBDC?The best way to make an i nquiry i s by email to . This mailbox i s monitored and inquiries are directed to the most appropriate ROHVA staff for a response. Or you may call (866) 267-2751.

Who is the primary ROHVA contact for the ourse?The best way to make an i nquiry i s by email to @rohva.org. This mailbox i s monitored and i nquiries aredirected to the most appropriate ROHVA staff for a response. Or you may call (949) 727.3227 x 3158.



Guidelines for CRE Range & OTE Suite Terrain Features

Please submit digital images of the CRE Range and OTE Suite terrain features that will be used in training. Images must be clear, focused, and of sufficient resolution to see detail. Please include the images described below with the Training Site Form.

1. Please submit digital images only.

2. Before taking photos of the range, place visible markers at the four corners (A, B, C, D) to designate where the range will be located.

3. Include the range and the run-off area in each image. Be sure to step away from the marker so that the run-off around each corner can be seen.

4. Take three images from two corners that are opposite each other (A and C or B and D). As an example, corner A images would include a view from A to B, A to C, and A to D and corner C images would include a view from C to D, C to A, and C to B (see the diagram below).

5. Label each image accordingly, using A, B, C, and D to designate corners of the range.

6. Include images of any surface conditions (e.g., grass, roots, gravel, mud, etc.).

7. Include images of each OTE Suite terrain feature. Please include a familiar item in the image to assist in determining scale of the scene being photographed (an ROV, a helmet, a person, etc.).

8. Composition and number of terrain feature images shall be such that the total size of the feature can be determined as well as surrounding terrain/obstacles.

9. Send photos along with a completed Training Site Form and Training Site Permission Letter Agreement to ROHVA, 2 Jenner, Suite 150, Irvine, CA 92618, or fax to 949-727-4216, or e-mail to [email protected].

A B

CD



Training Site Permission Letter Agreement This Letter Agreement grants permission to the below-named Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association (ROHVA) certified DriverCoach to use the property described below (the Property) for the purpose of conducting driver safety training courses for Recreational Off-highway Vehicles (ROVs) from time to time. In consideration therefor, the Owner identified below has been named as an additional insured on and will be covered by the liability insurance applicable to driver safety training courses reported to ROHVA. By signing below, the undersigned warrants that he/she is authorized to grant the DriverCoach permission to use the Property for the purposes described herein.

Training Site Information

Site Name:

Address:

City, State Zip:

Phone:

DriverCoach Information

Name:

Address:

City, State Zip:

Phone:

E-mail:

Owner Information

Name:

Address:

City, State Zip:

Phone:

E-mail:

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Authorized Signature (Title, If Applicable)

Date:



ROV SAFETY COURSE WAIVER & INDEMNIFICATION org. 08/11 Participation in this course requires physical stamina, motor coordination, and mental alertness. The undersigned hereby attests that he/she has no known physical or mental limitations and has not used any form of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs that could impair his/her performance in this course. Participants under 18 years of age must have this form signed by a parent or guardian.

I. READ CAREFULLY: THIS SECTION IS A LEGAL RELEASE, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, WAIVER AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE AGREEMENT

In consideration of the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association, the owner of the training ROV, and the owner of the land upon which training occurs, including their members, employees, officers and/or agents (the “Safety Course Providers”), furnishing services, equipment, and/or curriculum to enable me to participate in the ROV Safety Course, I agree as follows:

I fully understand and acknowledge that: (a) there are DANGERS AND RISK OF INJURY, DAMAGE, OR DEATH that exist in my use of ROVs and ROV equipment and my participation in the ROV Safety Course activities; (b) my participation in such activities and/or use of such equipment may result in injury or illness including, but not limited to, BODILY INJURY, DISEASE, STRAINS, FRACTURES, PARTIAL OR TOTAL PARALYSIS, OTHER AILMENTS THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS DISABILITY, OR DEATH; (c) these risks and dangers may be caused by the negligence of the Safety Course Providers; the negligence of others, including other Safety Course participants; and may arise from foreseeable or unforeseeable causes; and (d) by participating in these activities and/or using the equipment, I, on behalf of myself, my personal representatives and my heirs, hereby assume all risks and all responsibility, and agree to release the Safety Course Providers for any injuries, losses and/or damages, including those caused solely or in part by the negligence of the Safety Course Providers, or any other person. If I have brought a ROV to use in the Safety Course, I also agree that this release applies to any damage that occurs to it during the Safety Course.

I agree and understand that, on behalf of myself, my personal representatives and my heirs, I am relinquishing any and all rights I now have or may have in the future to sue the Safety Course Providers for any and all injury, damage, or death I may suffer arising from ROV riding or its equipment, including claims based on the Safety Course Providers’ negligence.

I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE AGREEMENT AND BY SIGNING BELOW I AGREE TO ASSUME ALL RISKS AND RELEASE THE ABOVE-NAMED SAFETY COURSE PROVIDERS FROM LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR WRONGFUL DEATH CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE OR ANY OTHER CAUSE. I have had the opportunity to ask any questions about the above waiver and release and I understand its terms and meaning.

____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ (Participant Name – Please Print) (Participant Signature)

______________________ _____________________________________________________ ________________________________ (Date) (Signature of parent or legal guardian if less than 18 years old) (Relationship)

II. READ CAREFULLY: THIS SECTION IS AN INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT

In consideration of the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association, the owner of the training ROV, and the owner of the land upon which training occurs, including their members, employees, officers and/or agents (the “Safety Course Providers”), furnishing services, equipment, and/or curriculum to enable me to participate in the ROV Safety Course, I agree as follows:

I, on behalf of myself, my personal representatives and my heirs, agree to hold harmless, defend, and indemnify the Safety Course Providers from any and all claims, suits, or causes of action by others for bodily injury, property damage, or other damages which may arise out of my use of ROVs and ROV equipment or my participation in the ROV Safety Course activities, including claims arising from the Safety Course Providers’ or any other party’s negligence.

I HAVE READ THIS INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT AND BY SIGNING I AGREE TO ACCEPT LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY AND PAY FOR ANY LOSS FOR CLAIMS OR LAWSUITS AGAINST THE ABOVE-NAMED SAFETY COURSE PROVIDERS ARISING FROM MY PARTICIPATION IN THE ROV SAFETY COURSE. I have had the opportunity to ask any questions about the indemnification and hold harmless section and I understand its terms and meaning.

____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ (Participant Name – Please Print) (Participant Signature)

______________________ _____________________________________________________ ________________________________ (Date) (Signature of parent or legal guardian if less than 18 years old) (Relationship)



ROV Basic & Open Trail Experience Waiver Form

Sponsor/Co. ID or Name _____________________________ Date: _____________ #Comp: _____

Location __________________________________________ Experiences Rocky Terrain Driving - Trees Side Hilling

Please check all that apply

Sandy Terrain Driving - Water

Muddy Terrain Driving - Hills

Name _______________________________________________

Address _____________________________________________

City, State, Zip _______________________________________

Phone ______________________________________________

I have read and agree with the ROV Basic DriverCourse and

DOB ________________________________________________

Email ________________________________________________

Vehicle (MFG/Year) __________________________________

Phone ______________________________________________

Student signature ___________________________________

(Parent/guardian if student is under 18 years)

Status

Completed

Did not complete

Driver Passenger (check one)

E-Course #

__________________

Name _______________________________________________

Address _____________________________________________

City, State, Zip _______________________________________

Phone ______________________________________________


DOB ________________________________________________

Email ________________________________________________

Vehicle (MFG/Year) __________________________________

Phone ______________________________________________



Status

Completed

Did not complete


E-Course #

__________________

Name _______________________________________________

Address _____________________________________________

City, State, Zip _______________________________________

Phone ______________________________________________


DOB ________________________________________________

Email ________________________________________________

Vehicle (MFG/Year) __________________________________

Phone ______________________________________________



Status

Completed

Did not complete


E-Course #

__________________

Name _______________________________________________

Address _____________________________________________

City, State, Zip _______________________________________

Phone ______________________________________________


DOB ________________________________________________

Email ________________________________________________

Vehicle (MFG/Year) __________________________________

Phone ______________________________________________



Status

Completed

Did not complete


E-Course #

__________________

I certify that, to the best of my knowledge the students listed on this report as "Completed," have completed the ROV Basic

DriverCoach signature __________________________________DriverCoach ID# _______________________ Date ____________Hours worked:____________ Incident (select one) Yes No (if YES, please include I ncident Form)



ROV T-CLOC Pre-Drive Checklist

T - Tires and Wheels Deficient OK Notes

Condition

Tread

Air Pressure Wheel lugs

C - Controls

Seat Adjustments, Pedals, Brakes (Service & Parking), Gear & Drive Train Selector,ORS (Nets, Handholds, etc.) Safety Belts

Condition

Operation

L - Lights

Lenses & Reflectors: Condition

Illumination

O – Oil & Other Fluids

Oil Fuel

Coolant

Leaks

C – Chassis & Accessories

Shocks, Fasteners, Undercarriage, Other Equipment



____ Adventurous ____ Playful ____ Adaptable ____ Analytical

____ Persuasive ____ Sociable ____ Submissive ____ Considerate

____ Strong-willed ____ Refreshing ____ Reserved ____ Respectful

____ Competitive ____ Promoter ____ Patient ____ Planner

____ Self-reliant ____ Spontaneous ____ Obliging ____ Orderly

____ Outspoken ____ Optimistic ____ Consistent ____ Detailed

____ Forceful ____ Cheerful ____ Mediator ____ Idealistic

____ Confident ____ Lively ____ Content ____ Loyal

____ Bossy ____ Undisciplined ____ Unenthusiastic ____ Bashful

____ Unsympathetic ____ Repetitious ____ Quiet ____ Resentful

____ Impatient ____ Haphazard ____ Indecisive ____ Fussy

____ Stubborn ____ Permissive ____ Hesitant ____ Insecure

____ Argumentative ____ Disorganized ____ Aimless ____ Unpopular

____ Tactless ____ Inconsistent ____ Nonchalant ____ Negative attitude

____ Domineering ____ Show-off ____ Indifferent ____ Depressed

____ Manipulative ____ Scatterbrained ____ Compromising ____ Moody

______________ ______________ ______________ ______________ Total Total Total Total

Personality/Temperament Traits in Teaching(Modified from Personality Plus Inventory)

DIRECTIONSFor each of the four traits listed across each row, choose the one closest to describing

you. It may help to think how someone who knows you well would choose. When finished, add up how many you chose under each column.



Personality Plus Characteristics(Strengths and Recommendations)

(Adapted from Littaur: Personality Plus, 2000)

EXPERT SALESPERSON FACILITATOR TECHNICIANStrengths

Born LeaderDynamic and ActiveStrong-willed/DecisiveUnemotionalIndependentSelf-sufficientConfidentGoal orientedOrganizes wellMoves quickly to actionDelegates workStimulates activityThrives on oppositionHas little need for friends

Is usually rightExcels in emergencies

StrengthsAppealing personalityTalkativeStorytellerLife of the partyGood sense of humorEmotionalDemonstrativeEnthusiasticExpressiveCheerfulGood on stageLives in the presentSincere at heartAlways a childCreative Makes friends easilyThrives on complimentsPrevents dull momentsLikes spontaneous activities

StrengthsEasygoingRelaxedCalm and collectedPatientWell-balancedConsistentQuiet, but wittySympathetic and kindHides emotionsAll-purpose personCompetent and steadyAgreeableMediates problemsAvoids conflictsGood under pressureFinds the easy wayPleasant and enjoyableGood listenerDry sense of humorHas compassion

StrengthsContent to stay in background

Deep and thoughtfulAnalyticalGenius proneTalented and creativeArtistic and poeticSensitive to othersConscientiousIdealisticSchedule orientedPerfectionistHigh standards Attentive to detailsThoroughNeat and tidyEconomicalLikes charts and graphs

Makes friends cautiously

Needs ToBe less bossyExercise patienceRelaxBe more flexibleGive more complimentsBe more sympatheticTolerate errorsUse more tactBe less demandingBalance work and playBe less dominantLet others decideBe less possessive

Try to be less right and more popular

Needs ToTalk lessExaggerate lessAvoid dwelling on triviaComplain lessCurb angerFollow through moreBe more organizedGet priorities in orderDecide less by feelingsLet others have center stage sometimes

Take less creditLet others talkInterrupt lessAvoid repeating

Needs ToBe more enthusiasticWorry lessAvoid self-righteousness

Set goals and achieveBe more self-motivatedBe more careful in tasks

Get involved, not just watch

Show less indifferenceBe less judgmentalAvoid sarcasm and teasing

Be more open to change

Needs ToForget past mistakesBe more confidentBe more social

stuffAvoid over planningSoften standardsLook for approval lessLearn to be more socialBe less criticalEmbrace opposing views

Accept compliments

Question: How do personal characteristics or tendencies affect the ability to facilitate learning?



FOR CLOSED RANGE EXERCISES:

1. Read exercise descriptions in DCG Section 5.0. 2. Read entire Range Card. 3. Clarify unfamiliar terminology using the DCG Application Notes or Tips

book. 4. Review exercise sequence (the bold, numbered steps on the Range Card). 5. Review DCG Section 2 range diagrams, and note cone positions. 6. On the same paper, outline the path of travel.

7. Note DriverCoach positions to manage the range. 8. Note DriverCoach positions to evaluate and coach drivers. 9. Note the path of travel you will use in providing a demonstration.

10. List what you think might be common driving errors. 11. Practice what you might use as non-verbal coaching signals. 13. Write down learner-centered debrief questions to stimulate discussion.

14. Review DCG Section 3 – Facilitating Learning.

FOR OTE EXERCISES:

1. Read OTE exercise descriptions in DCG Section 6.0. 2. Repeat 2 through 4 above. 3. Select appropriate areas based upon vehicle capability and expected driver

skill and experience. 4. Have alternate locations identified with lower degree of difficulty if needed. 5. Consider what props, equipment or materials you might use. 6. Write down questions that you might ask students to stimulate discussion.

Preparation Checklist



CRE - Closed Range Exercises. Exercises offered in the ROV Basic DriverCourse (RBDC) by a certified ROHVA DriverCoach.

DC - DriverCoach. An individual who has completed ROHVAs DriverCoach Preparation Course to conduct the RBDC.

DCG - DriveCoach Guide. A guide used by licensed DriverCoaches to conduct the ROV Basic DriverCourse.

DCP - DriverCoach Preparation Course. The DriverCoach certification course offered through ROHVA.

DCT - DriverCoach Trainer. A DriverCoach who is certified to conduct DriverCoach Preparation Courses and certify DriverCoaches. DES - Driver Enrollment System. An online resource for DriverCoaches to access their profile, course history, course forms and course completion process and student resource to enroll in a RBDC.

DOT - Department of Transportation. A federal department of the US government concerned with transportation.

DPC - Driver Performance Card. An evaluation card given to Driver at end of course by DriverCoach.

OACR - Observe, Analyze, Coach, Reinforce. Interactive steps to evaluate and coach.

OEM - Original Equipment Manufacturer

ORS - Occupant Retention System. A system, including 3-point seat belts, for retaining the occupant(s) of a vehicle to reduce the probability of injury in the event of an accident.

OTE - Open Trail Experiences. Additional lessons that may be offered to Drivers following the ROV Basic DriverCourse.

PIN - Product Identification Number. A 17 digit identification number assigned to the vehicle by the manufacturer.

RBDC - ROV Basic DriverCourse. A hands-on course conducted by a ROHVA certified DriverCoach.

ROHVA - Recreational Off Highway Vehicle Association. Formed in 2008 and is supported by Arctic Cat, BRP, Honda, John Deere, Kawasaki, Polaris and Yamaha.

ROPS - Roll-Over Protection Structure. A system of structural members whose primary purpose is to reduce the risk of a properly restrained occupant(s) being crushed in the event of a vehicle roll over.

ROV - Recreational Off-highway Vehicle. A motorized off-highway vehicle designed to travel on four or more tires, intended by manufacturers for use by one or more persons; has a steering wheel and non-straddle seating.



SEE - Search, Evaluate, Execute. A 3-step evaluation process to assess the situation.

T-CLOC - Tires and wheels, Controls, Lights, Oil and other fluids, Chassis and accessories. A way to remember the pre-ride inspection.

TREAD - Travel Responsibly, Respect the Rights of Others, Educate Yourself, Avoid Sensitive Areas, Do Your Part.

VIN - Vehicle Identification Number. A 17 digit identification number assigned to the vehicle by the manufacturer.

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