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Séamus ClancyThe Tyre Producer Responsibility Scheme in the Republic of Ireland
Séamus Clancy became Chief Executive of Repak Ltd in April 2014. He holds a primary degree in Civil Engineering from the University College Cork and a master’s degree in Management from the University of Birmingham, UK. Prior to joining Repak, Séamus gained over 20 years industry experience as a senior executive as Chief Operating Offi cer of Environmental Group One51plc, Managing Director of Rilta Environmental Limited and Director of Enterprise at the Rehab Group.
Repak Ltd is Ireland’s packaging compliance scheme, set up by industry in 1997, licensed by Government and funded by over 2000 members. Since November 2015, Séamus has also been overseeing the set-up of Ireland’s new End of Life Tyre compliance scheme which over 600 economic operators have joined to date.
Michael SawyerThe Enforcement Landscape
Michael is a Senior Enforcement Offi cer at the Regulatory Delivery directorate, working as contract lead for the work for the Department for Transport enforcing the European Tyre Labelling Regulation. Michael has a background in academia, but has worked previously in the private sector in retail and in airfreight.
Transferring to the public sector in 2013, he was able to apply his experience with international legislation to his work at the NMRO where he has worked across the portfolio of enforcement activities, particularly Tyre Labelling and Ecodesign, where there are obvious parallels between the tyre label and the energy label that is already well known on white goods.
Michael’s work continues to focus on retailers, which is important in gaining an understanding of the pressures on tyre fi tting businesses as well as establishing levels of compliance with the legislation with a view to minimising regulatory burden to aid growth. With one of the aims of the legislation to ensure
Second group of speakers announced for 2016 Tyre Industry Conference
Michael SawyerThe Enforcement Landscape
Michael is a Senior Enforcement Offi cer
The Tyre Industry Conference is, once again, generating a great deal of interest in the tyre industry and the NTDA is delighted that the following speakers have now confi rmed their participation in the event which will see an array of experts from academia, general business and the tyre industry cover a growing range of interesting topics.
that consumers are able to make informed decisions regarding tyres and therefore help to reduce the impact of tyres on the environment, this has proven to be an ongoing challenge.
Michael WhiteThe Future of Apprenticeships in the UK and New Qualifi cations for the Tyre Industry
Michael has worked in the motor industry for over 25 years. He served his time as an apprentice mechanic in a Fiat main dealer in Lancaster after leaving school, working on everything from lawn mowers to plant equipment. He has worked in various garages servicing and repairing light and heavy vehicles. Including running his own garage in the Lake District for a couple of years where he specialised in tyres, general repairs and MOTs.
A move to education saw him become a Light and Heavy vehicle tutor at a private training provider in Lancaster. Where he worked for 8 years, 6 of which as the Work Based Learning Manager. He then left Lancaster and moved to another Private Training Provider in Manchester where he became responsible for the work based learning provision which included automotive, logistics, warehouse and storage and soft skills.
In 2012 he joined the IMI in the Sector Skills department as the Standards and Frameworks Manager. This role involved reviewing National Occupational Standards with employers and providers across the four nations and reviewing and developing Apprenticeship Frameworks in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. In 2014 when the IMI reintegrated he moved in to the Product Development department as a Product Specialist and then later that year became the Product Development Manager. The department reviews and develops regulated qualifi cations for the UK, qualifi cations for International markets and competence based Accreditations.
Michael is a genuine motorsport enthusiast and is very passionate about the automotive industry.
The Tyre Industry Conference is free to NTDA members, sponsors and to companies that have booked tables at the NTDA Annual Dinner. To book your free places contact Alison Fitzgerald via: alisonfi [email protected]
Have you entered for the NTDA Tyre Industry Awards 2016 yet? Closing date is Tuesday 2nd August! The electronic application form and entry criteria for each category is available from Alison Fitzgerald via alisonfi [email protected]
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Since 1930, the NTDA has campaigned not only for tyre safety, but also for the safety of those individuals employed to fi t tyres, especially those brave and hardworking commercial tyre technicians deployed at the roadside to work on HGV and PSV related tyre incidents in often very precarious conditions. It has also actively worked with employers, learning providers and other stakeholders to infl uence and increase education and training supply and improve workforce skills.
In 2011 the association created the REACT Steering Group to formalise much of the activity that was already being undertaken to ensure tyre technicians working at the roadside were better trained and assessed as competent to work safely. The steering group is currently chaired by Phil Thirsk, Technical Training Manager for Bridgestone UK Limited and others members are drawn from Michelin, Goodyear Dunlop, Kwik-Fit, ATS Euromaster, Lodge Tyre Company, Continental, Roadside Safety Ltd and PFTP Ltd.
Individual tyre technicians are trained against very strict training criteria based on the relevant National Occupational Standards. The training criteria is reviewed at the quarterly steering group meetings and amended to incorporate new legislation, standards and equipment best practice. Each tyre technician is then assessed and, if deemed competent to work safely, an application is made to the NTDA for a Licence to Work Safely at the Roadside. Those technicians who are not deemed competent, are referred for additional training and reassessment.
The NTDA holds the database of current licence holders. The photo licence is valid for 5 years and is subject to renewal following refresher training and re-assessment. In the past, the NTDA has presented the scheme to both the Health and Safety Executive’s TRISAG committee and to the Highways Agency and both were extremely supportive.
Why the Licence to Work Safely at the Roadside is considered the ‘de facto’ standard in our industry
Currently there are 228 companies participating in the scheme and 3163 licensed tyre technicians. On an annual basis, the NTDA Awards the REACT Tyre Technician of the Year Award at the Tyre Industry Awards, which are held in October. This award, which is independently judged, is presented to a technician who has been exceptional and in 2015 it was jointly presented to two technicians from Lodge Tyre Company and ATS Euromaster.
Commenting on the REACT initiative NTDA Director Stefan Hay said: “There can be no doubt that the REACT initiative has been a major success for the NTDA and its participating members. The safety of Tyre Technicians working at the roadside is paramount and we are absolutely committed to continuing to raise awareness of the danger our technicians face every day. According to our members, the Licence to Work Safely at the Roadside is now considered the ‘de facto’ standard in our industry”.
For further information on REACT training and the Licence to Work Safely at the Roadside contact the NTDA on 01296 482128.
NTDA Winter Ball returns to Blackpool by popular demand!The 2016 NTDA Black Tie Winter Ball is to be held at the Hilton Hotel, Blackpool on Saturday 26th November 2016. This is an ideal event for suppliers to socialise with their customers/potential customers and their spouses and partners in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. On the evening the bar will be open from 6.00pm for you to meet your guests before sitting down to dinner at 7.15pm. Preferential bar prices on house wine, (white, red and rose), bitter and lager have been arranged. There will also be a pre-order desk for dinner wine available. We will be enjoying a delicious three course meal and there will be a disco for dancing until 1.00am.
If you wish to stay over we have arranged a discounted bed and breakfast rate for the weekend, (when booked through Membership Secretary Alison Keitch), including full use of the swimming pool and spa facilities. Double/Twin rooms £87.00 – Single Occupancy £67.00. We will be raising money for two charities throughout the evening, namely the Worshipful Company of Wheelwrights General Charitable Trust and F.O.R.M.E., all raffl e and auction prizes will be gratefully appreciated. Tickets are £50 per person and sponsorship opportunities are also available. To book your place, or for further information, contact Alison Keitch via [email protected]
