irtec gets backing from VOSA and Traffic commissioner 26 March 2012

irtec, the independent engineering competency assessment for commercial vehicle technicians, has received backing from two senior industry figures.

"It is essential operators recognise the need for a professional approach to vehicle maintenance, and irtec provides this through the periodic assessment of technicians' competence," states VOSA chief executive Alastair Peoples.

"Reflecting technical and legislative changes, irtec is one of the building blocks required to achieve total performance and compliance," he adds.

Similarly, acting senior traffic commissioner and traffic commissioner for the North Western Traffic Area, Beverley Bell, has joined Peoples in supporting irtec.

"There are currently around 30,000 technicians maintaining around 350,000 vehicles specified on operator's licences," says Bell.

"Running a compliant operation is key to running a safe and reliable fleet driven by safe and reliable drivers, maximising efficiency and delivering excellent customer service," she continues.

"Through on-going certification, demonstrating current technology and legislation requirements, irtec ensures that technicians are independently assessed against industry standards," she adds.

"Their subsequent 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."

irtec provides the means for technicians in the passenger carrying, commercial vehicle and trailer industries to demonstrate their competence to colleagues, employers and most importantly, customers.

Many companies and organisations, including the CPT, Morrisons and Ryder, are already using irtec to independently highlight their technicians' abilities, whilst underlining a commitment to vehicle safety.

Author
John Challen

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