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We're all aware of the problems our industry faces - bad press about safety standards, an ever-growing skills gap and public misconceptions about job opportunities and professionalism. irtec was designed with all this in mind. The scheme can help address the challenges your business, whether it's big or small, faces on a daily basis.

Furthermore, the irtec licence is not issued for attendance. The technician has to earn the licence, so you can be sure that your irtec licensed employees are competent in their work.

National standards of competence and safety

As hard as we try to maintain consistency among competitors, different companies work to variable standards and it is difficult to translate the skills your employees gained from another employer. How can you make sure your new technician has the knowledge to perform to your standards? irtec is linked to national occupational standards and the tests are constantly evaluated by a committee of training professionals across all sectors in the industry. The tests consistently meet and fit in with the code of practice and legislation that industry has developed and as such the tests have built in quality standards that require a theoretical and practical demonstration of competence.

Whether you are an operator outsourcing the maintenance of your vehicles or delivering a service maintenance agreement, by ensuring that you are actively involved in licensing technicians, your or your customer's operating licence is protected. Licensing is further proof that you are actively committed to ensuring you are improving and maintaining your staff's skills and competence. On top of this, you ensure that you have complete control over the standard of care, particularly if you manage a multi-vehicle operation. Since its inception, irtec has worked in consultation with the companies that stand to benefit from a national licensing scheme and the results are obvious. Don't take our word for it, listen to our supporters.

Commitment to staff and professional development

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is essential to the growth of any business, but few companies have the resources to develop each individual employee. irtec is a clearly demonstrable assessment of professional development that can be utilised to prove the competency of your staff and generate new business. If you support your technicians through the irtec testing and assessment process, they'll know you're committed to developing their career. Think of it as CPD with an edge. Find out how to send your technicians for irtec testing or, for information tailored specifically to your company, contact the irtec team at 020 7630 1111 or at irtec@irtec.org.uk.