May 2021

54 AFTERMARKET MAY 2021 TRAINING www.aftermarketonline.net Upcoming training dates and news on courses TRAINING UPDATE This course has been designed for technicians who do not hold a relevant, Level 3 qualification or equivalent but want to become an MOT tester for class 3, 4, 5 or 7 vehicles. The course consists of two training days and one assessment day, and will certify a technician's ability to correctly conduct emission testing of vehicles, accurately inspect a vehicle, diagnose faults and correct repair requirements. It will also prove their knowledge of wiring diagrams required for the electrical systems of the vehicle being tested, and their skill to apply it. Participants will be assessed on: Engine and emission systems Electrical systems Braking systems Steering, wheels and tyres Suspension systems After completing this course, technicians using this route to become a MOT tester will need at least four years’ full-time employment in the service and repair of class 4 & 7 vehicles, a current and full UK driving licence, and have no criminal offences connected with the motor trade, violence or intimidation, in order to complete their MOT Tester training. RMI members receive preferential pricing as a benefit of membership. For more information visit www.RMItrainingAcademy.co.uk Post-pandemic employment law webinar The employment team at law firm Higgs & Sons recently hosted ‘Getting Back To Work’, a free virtual event that looked at possible challenges ahead post- pandemic. Issues such as addressing vaccination policy and the potential discrimination risks around it, workplace testing and implementing home or flexible working initiatives were on the agenda. Tim Jones, Head of Employment at Higgs & Sons, said: “There will be lots of questions for employers to answer in the coming months and it’s vital that they keep on the right side of employment law and associated risks such as discrimination, data protection and general policies and procedures at all times. Given the economic fallout of the pandemic, there is a real danger that some businesses will also have to contemplate a restructuring process – particularly when the Furlough scheme ends - which opens up a completely different set of legal issues.” Welcome to Aftermarket’s training section. Here you can find the latest on upcoming training dates, as well as news on courses becoming available. If you have information on training you wish to share, please get in touch with the editor via email: alex@aftermarket.co.uk RMI Academy: Vehicle Technician Accredited Assessment (VTAA) Follow us on Facebook @aftermarketmagazine