IRTE Workshop Accreditation
The IRTE Workshop Accreditation is an independent review of your procedures and practice, by the Society of Operations Engineers’ (SOE) approved auditors.
What is IRTE Workshop Accreditation?
IRTE Workshop Accreditation is an independent commercial audit of workshop facilities, procedures and practice.
The accreditation involves an audit by one of SOE’s approved auditors, examining best practice compliance in areas such as premises, equipment, technical staff, management, clerical staff, documentation, quality and appearance. IRTE Workshop Accreditation is valid for three years then needs to be renewed.
Why become accredited?
Accreditation signals to clients a commitment to delivering high standards of service. Maintenance providers who receive IRTE Workshop Accreditation achieve a competitive advantage, benefiting from inclusion in the IRTE Workshop Accreditation Register. This comprehensive online database of accredited maintenance providers includes information on location, services, facilities, vehicle test pass rates, RIDDOR stats, HSE notices and more.
For Workshops
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Pass on confidence in standards of work to customers
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Get a non-biased review of how your workshop compares to the industry standard
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Identify training needs for increased workshop efficiency
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Gain a competitive advantage through inclusion in the IRTE Workshop Accreditation Register
For Technicians
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Save time with readily available database of reliable maintenance suppliers in the IRTE Workshop Accreditation Register
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Choosing an IRTE accredited maintenance supplier can help safeguard an operator’s licence
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IRTE Workshop Accreditation confirms suppliers have correct facilities, technical expertise and welfare
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Improves credibility, demonstrating to customers a dedication to maintaining high standards
How it works
Find your local audit centre and get in touch
Review the IRTE Workshop Accreditation audit document
Your auditor will attend the workshop and complete the assessment
Once accredited, your details will be added to the IRTE Workshop Accreditation Register
Why choose IRTE Workshop Accreditation
Being accredited allows us to show our intention to be market leading in our facilities and ensures compliant working environments for our staff. It demonstrates to our customers that we take engineering seriously and wish to achieve quality standards
Wincanton and other major fleet operators welcome the development of a workshop accreditation scheme, particularly one aimed at the heavy vehicle market. Accredited workshops will be able to showcase their service offerings to a key customer group, demonstrate their continued improvement and establish their credibility in the broad marketplace
Visit the IRTE Workshop Accreditation website to learn more or find your nearest auditor today.
Your questions answered
Have questions about IRTE Workshop Accreditation?
- How long does IRTE Workshop Accreditation last?
IRTE Workshop Accreditation is valid for three years, and can be renewed once this period is up.
- How long does the audit take and will work be impacted?
Auditors will conduct their inspection of a workshop over one day and will have minimum impact on operations.
- Who will be conducting the audit?
An SOE approved auditor who has completed IRTE training.
- Do workshop staff members take part in the audit?
A site manager or supervisor should be available at all times during the audit. Other staff members present during the audit may be questioned about workshop operating procedures.
- What must the workshop provide on the day?
- All calibration certificates for tools and equipment
- Staff training records, including evidence that technicians are irtec licenced
- The workshop’s ISO 9001:2008 certificate where necessary
- Health and safety procedure
- Customer complaints procedure
- A completed vehicle inspection document
- What happens if my workshop doesn't pass the audit?
If a workshop is unsuccessful in gaining accreditation, areas that need improvement will be highlighted and the workshop will be offered the chance to make the necessary changes. At the auditor’s discretion, the workshop may have to provide subsequent proof that any required changes have been made. A re-visit to the workshop may be necessary, and a fee will be charged for this.