Training for the Road Transport Industry

TOPS Registration – Trained Operator Passport Scheme

Following the formation of the Accredited Bodies Association (ABA) in 2012 ITSSAR have implemented a mandatory data base (TOPS) for all Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE) and Workplace Transport Operators. Accredited Organisations will be required to access the scheme and provide details of all accredited operator training. A unique ID number will be issued and this will remain with the operator for life. This number will be used for all additional categories of machines.

Aim:

To reduce MHE and workplace transport accidents / incidents, whilst improving safety through training.

Objectives:

To ensure that all accredited training meets the criteria as prescribed in the Approved Code of Practice (ACoP L117) and ITSSAR Course Syllabus Manuals

– To provide a safe and secure scheme
– To provide a means of verifying accredited training

Benefits:

– Validation and verification of training undertaken
– Promotes confidence in operator training
– Lifelong, safe and secure scheme
– Promotes a communication link between training organisations, employers, operators and the industry
– Individual unique identification number
– Quick, reliable and user friendly scheme

Also there will be a charge to register each and every operator – as follows:

Remote Access Registration only (system used by AW Training Services) : £4.50 plus VAT per op

Remote Access Registration & ID Card : £7.50 plus VAT per op