Professional standard
As the transport industry increasingly wakes up to the importance of competence and compliance at every level, including vehicle inspection and maintenance, irtec is trending upwards. Brian Tinham reports
Question of compliance
VOSA chief executive Alastair Peoples asked delegates at the IRTE conference 2012 to redouble their effots to keep first-time pass rates and vehicle standards improving. John Challen reports
Red, amber, green
Operators not currently taking their OCRS scores seriously need to do so, if they want to avoid a downward spiral of costs and appearances at public inquires, writes Andrew Woolfall
Right side of the law
Delegates at the IRTE Conference 2015 were treated to a comprehensive update on legal requirements and responsibilities for operators. John Challen presents the evidence
Rolling down the road
Anyone who has experienced a truck wheel detachment will know the feeling, but all of us should be aware of the consequences. Brian Tinham examines wheel security in light of the new FTA/IRTE guidelines
Safe not sorry
Operators, workshops and even technicians themselves are still falling foul of safety inspection issues. Brian Tinham talks to the FTA’s Andy Mair about what’s going wrong
In lieu of legislation
The FTA’s Van Excellence scheme is picking up momentum. But, with van operators’ statistics for roadworthiness and compliance still at record lows, Dan Gilkes suggests it’s time to put up or shut up
It’s down to you
Transport managers are very much in the limelight now, as the traffic commissioners focus on where the buck stops with compliance. Brian Weatherly reports
Street value
Improving truck and van reliability has still not eliminated mechanical, electrical or electronic faults, which can prove costly. Steve Banner investigates common roadside problems and some solutions
Targeting non-compliance
The focus for law enforcement is changing as the traffic commissioners and DVSA review their strategies in light of modern technology. Andrew Woolfall explains