RMI first with workshop certification body
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kevin.swallow@rbi.co.uk THE RETAIL MOTOR Industry (RMI) is launching a certiication body for workshops following new EU legislation that requires all manufacturers to provide security codes for the trucks and vans its members work on.
The RMI Standards and Certiications (RMISC), to be launched this year, is an attempt to provide security and peace of mind for the motor industry.
The body has four main objectives: eliminate misuse of information; ensure anyone accessing the data is legitimate; make sure any anti-theft systems are not compromised; and that widespread access to the information doesn’t lead to a rise in vehicle theft.
RMI says it is the irst trade body in Europe to become a certiication body for security technical information.
Stuart James, head of RMISC, says every business repairing motor vehicles will need access to this information to continue operating in the same way.
“We appreciate that it’s a bold step to make – being the irst organisation in Europe to put our selves forward – but it’s the right thing to do for our members and the UK motor industry,” he says. James acknowledges that even basic work can often mean that security codes will be required. “Subject to meeting relevant criteria, the RMISC division will be certifying garages so they can gain access to this vital information,” he adds.
The RMI says the body has the full support of the police.
● Concerns regarding this EU legislation and the possibility that it can be easily abused have been raised with Commercial Motor. Anyone with any concerns about the legislation, should contact kevin.swallow@rbi.co.uk.