The irtec Licence is a qualification developed for vehicle technicians in the HGV, PCV and trailer sectors. It is a nationally recognised certificate which demonstrates to any employer in the road transport industry that an inspection technician has reached a required standard to undertake vehicle inspections.

Technicians take an online test to assess their irtec Licence underpinning knowledge. If successful, the candidate progresses to a practical skills test on their individual inspection technique. If the candidate passes both tests, they are awarded the irtec Licence and are registered on the IRTE irtec register, for the duration of 5 years.

A requirement of both technical and irtec licensing is that the candidate must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field of servicing and inspection, and on relevant vehicles to which the licence relates. Candidates must also have a good understanding of the English language.

Our engineer will attend your premises and carry out the assessment as below:

 Assessment format

• Part 1 is an online knowledge test carried out in the morning.
• Part 2 is a practical inspection assessment carried out in the afternoon.
• The practical test is undertaken within your workshop using a suitable vehicle. Vehicles Inspected must be London LEZ compliant (ie modern vehicle – ideally Euro V1).

We are able to offer 4 employees to one course.

All customer locations must comply fully with health and safety regulations.