Exel's freight scheme to Tech scheme for fitters
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• The IRTEC "licensed" CV technician scheme operated through the Society of Operations Engineers is being extended to include goods vehicle fitters from October.
Originally launched for the PSV sector last year, the scheme comprises a one-day competence assessment with five modules and a final exam drawing on elements from the Vehicle Inspectorate's Annual Testers' Manual. Certification costs £180 (ex-VAT). It is valid for five years and meets European Standard EN45013.
The licensing scheme is for technicians and fitters working on HGVs from 7.5 tonnes and abi it promotes vehicle roadwoi ness and safety certification.
Assessment operl through a number of SOE tres throughout the cow with the tests reflecting the est technology on vehic Contact IRTEC at the SOE 0207 630 1111.