Institute of Road Transport Engineers Certification

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

Contact

For more information:

T: 020 7630 1111E: irtec@irtec.org.uk

www.irtec.org.uk