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Institute of Road TransportEngineers Certification
irtec, the industry-recognisedbenchmark of competence
o Developed by industry for the industry• Consultation with operators, vehicle manufacturers, training providers – over
15,000 individuals to establish the standards• Expert working groups set the criteria and update standards with changes in
legislation and technology
o Raise industry standards and professionalism• Previously no industry standard for vehicle technicians or
maintenance/inspection of up to 44,000kgs commercial vehicles
o Assess competence and technical skills
o Recognise quality technicians
Number of licensed vehicles
Maintained by an estimated 30,000 technicians
irtecindependent accreditation for technicians
o Voluntary assessmento Assesses the competence of technicians in the commercial vehicle,
trailer, passenger carrying vehicle industries• Large Commercial Vehicles (over 7.5 tonnes)• Bus and Coach• Trailer
o Indicates current acceptable standards of technician’s competenceo Licence is valid for 5 years, to ensure current competence
Delivering irtec
IRTE
Professional Sectorof SOE
- Industry facing- Governance
- Steering group - Marketing
The Institute of the Motor
Industry
Sector Skills Council
- Develop assessments & UPK questions
- Expert working group
IMI Awards
Awarding Organisation
Quality assurance of irtec assessment
centres
irtec assessment
centres
Delivery of irtec assessments
Benefits for the employer
o Increase customer and public confidence in vehicle safety
o Demonstrate commitment to high quality standards and training
o Highlight the skills and technical competence of your staff
o Build up the credibility and commitment of engineering staff
o Identify training needs and skills gaps
o Gain a competitive edge
o Enhance your organisation’s image
irtec inspection Return on investment
Case study partners:Morrisons, DAF, DSV Commericals Ltd
What employers say…
I believe that the introduction of irtec accreditation is a major move forward for all: technicians, dealers and in particular customers. The independent endorsement from a recognised industry body is extremely important to us as we pursue further improvements to our already creditable VOSA first-time pass rate.Phil Clayton, Ford & Slater in Leicester, Chairman DAF Dealer Service Panel
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As a service provider to the transport industry, I felt that LD Asset Management needed to be able to clearly assess the abilities of each individual. As a business we are always striving to supply the best level and quality of service to our customer. I also feel training plays an important part in our business and we can only strive to be the best if we invest in our staff.Mike Bird, Managing Director LD Asset Management
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Benefits for the employee
o Prove skills and demonstrate professional
competence
o Improve skills and qualifications
o Stay up to date with new technology and
safety standards through re-assessment
every five years
o Certifies the individual and not the
employer
o Inclusion on national Register of irtec
license holders
o Free Halfords Trade Card
irtec licence levels
Industry support
Accreditation through the irtec scheme will not only enhance the reputation of the commercial vehicle industry and give aspiring technicians a recognised career path, but will also actively improve standards of vehicle maintenance and consequently road safety.
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”irtec is one of the building blocks required to achieve total performance and compliance.
Beverley Bell, Senior Traffic Commissioner
Alastair Peoples, Chief Executive, VOSA
Assessment Centres Also available in Ireland through FTA (on site assessment)
Arriva The Shires & EssexBridgewater CollegeCardiff & Vale CollegeCity of Bristol CollegeDAF TrucksFirst GroupFTAGTG Training LimitedHull CollegeISUZU TRUCKS (UK) LTDIVECO UK LTDKingsway ConsultingLancaster Training ServicesMotherwell CollegeNational ExpressS & B Automotive AcademyScania (Great Britain) LimitedSouthampton City CollegeStephenson CollegeThe Manchester College
