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irtec refreshes Advanced Technician licence

7th Oct 2011

irtec, the industry-recognised benchmark for technician competence, has been revitalised, and as detailed during a presentation by the IRTE (Institute of Road Transport Engineers) at Coach & Bus Live, now includes a redeveloped Advanced Technician level.

A renewable accreditation scheme for technicians in the commercial vehicle, trailer and passenger carrying industries, irtec demonstrates a technician’s current skill. This refreshed Advanced Technician level complements the recently updated ‘Service Maintenance Technician’ level, as well as a brand new ‘Inspection Technician’ level, which were both launched earlier this year.

During the launch, IRTE representative Chris Grime said:
“Having collaborated with representatives from vehicle manufacturers, trade associations, and goods and passenger transport operators, all three irtec levels are now wholly reflective of today’s industry needs.

“The irtec Advanced Technician licence is available in both large commercial vehicle and bus & coach routes, and consists of five, one-hour assessments, plus an underpinning knowledge test.”

Technicians aiming for the Advanced Technician licence need to have solid working knowledge of vehicle systems, including ABS and vehicle electrical systems. The irtec assessment itself will require candidates to prove their ability to diagnose vehicle faults logically, whilst demonstrating competence in using diagnostic equipment to interpret technical data.

For more information about any of the irtec Licence levels, or to discover how irtec can benefit your career or business, please call James Slater on 020 7630 2134, email irtec@soe.org.uk or visit www.irtec.org.uk.


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IRTE (Institute of Road Transport Engineers)
A Professional Sector of SOE (Society of Operations Engineers), IRTE is one of the most respected names in UK transport. Founded in 1944, the IRTE is recognised as an impartial voice of the industry. It encourages high standards of excellence with an emphasis on safety in operation, demonstrated by its research and education programme for members and industry. The IRTE is also a partner in the CV Show, alongside the RHA and SMMT.
IRTE members come from a wide variety of transport-related roles including apprentices and technicians in the light and heavy and bus and coach sectors, workshop managers, fleet engineers, transport managers and company directors.
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irtec
irtec (the ‘I’ should always be in lower case) is a renewable voluntary testing and assessment scheme that certifies theoretical and practical skills of PCV, Heavy Goods and light commercial vehicle technicians.
An irtec Licence proves commitment to safety and professional development by technicians and employers alike. irtec licences are awarded at three levels, depending on the candidate’s skill and experience Once an irtec licence is issued, the technician is listed on a national register and bound by a code of conduct. The licence is valid for 5 years, after which the licence holder must undergo reassessment for renewal.
Further details are available from the irtec website at www.soe.org.uk/irtec.