Learn how to protect yourself and your passengers while driving a golf cart in this free online road safety course.

This health and safety course examines golf cart safety measures used to ensure the correct use of various types of golf carts. We establish the importance of golf cart safety and discuss the legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to their use. We then describe golf cart accidents and their consequences. The course explores the components, controls and proper operating techniques used to drive a golf cart. We emphasise the importance of adhering to safety protocols.

The course then lays out specific rules and standards of etiquette established by golf courses and communities to ensure a pleasant and safe experience for all golfers. We identify common hazards encountered while driving a golf cart and show you how to navigate inclement weather conditions. We then describe the maintenance and pre-use inspections of golf carts and explain how to check battery levels, tyre pressure and fluid levels. The course also goes over the charging procedures for golf cart batteries.

No-one has complete control over accidents and emergencies but we can reduce their severity by preparing properly and learning how to respond effectively when accidents occur. This health and safety course outlines emergency procedures and the use of first aid in golf-related incidents and provides emergency action plans established by individuals and organisations. This road safety course equips you with the knowledge and skills required to operate a golf cart properly in order to guarantee the safety of everyone around the golf course. This course suits anyone who operates a golf cart, on or off a course. Sign up to master golf cart safety and etiquette and learn how to navigate the golf course with confidence.