DAF Trucks' service and maintenance standards may be evidenced by its DAFcheck system, but now the firm is raising its game by adopting the IRTE's technician accreditation scheme, irtec.
irtec is being rolling out throughout DAF's entire dealer network and, in recognition of DAF's achievement in becoming the first truck manufacturer to adopt the certification, the truck OEM has received an award from the SOE (Society of Operations Engineers).
SOE chief executive Nick Jones says: "The investment from DAF marks a huge contribution from the manufacturer to the development and recognition of engineering competence in the UK. Through their irtec licences, DAF technicians receive a career boost that shows their employer values their skills."
DAF believes it is now able to deliver a high level of confidence to operators that their vehicles are being maintained by accredited, fully trained technicians.
Currently, 650 DAF technicians have registered for the scheme and will be a signatories on the DAFcheck system, as inspections are completed.
The web-based system allows operators to view inspection records for an entire fleet at the click of a button, and recent upgrades to the DAFcheck system provide even greater support to hauliers in controlling compliance with VOSA standards.
