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IRTEC Inspection Technician - Large Commercial Vehicle/Heavy Vehicle Trailer/Bus and Coach

IRTEC is a renewable accreditation scheme that assesses the safety and competence of technicians who maintain and repair vehicles in the commercial vehicle, trailer and passenger carrying industries. Technicians and mechanics who take the IRTEC test are assessed on their theoretical and practical skills and, if successful, are awarded an IRTEC licence.

Course information

Certification:

IMI IRTEC Inspection Technician for whichever chosen route.

Duration:

Training and assessment delivery format: A one day classroom then half day practical assessment process, whereby you will receive teaching input to refresh or improve your knowledge before undertaking two online assessments the same day, followed by another ½ day for one practical assessment, approx 1.5 to 2 hrs per candidate.
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Who is this course for?

Technicians who maintain and repair vehicles in the commercial vehicle, trailer and passenger carrying industries.

What qualifications will I gain?

The IRTEC licence scheme comes under the remit of the awarding body IMI Awards, who are the leading awarding body for the motor industry

What will I learn on the course?

The three assessments to be undertaken are: Online theory assessment (1 hour max) of legislation relating to vehicle operations including: ‘O’ Licensing; Categorisation of Defects; Operator Compliance Score; Health and Safety Online theory assessment (1 hour max) of technical knowledge including: Braking Systems; Wheels and Tyres; Steering and Suspension; Inspection Routines; Body; Transmission Systems Practical assessment (1 ½ hours max) of carrying out a vehicle inspection to MOT standards.

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What further course options are available?

We currently offer 3 separate IRTEC routes,Inspection Technician Heavy Vehicle, Inspection Technician Heavy Trailer and Inspection Technician Bus & Coach.

How will this help my career?

You can gain an IRTEC licence at various career levels which reflect your job role and experience.