Environment Agency set to take action against operators
05/01/2012
As you may be aware, the deadline for the initial Continuing Competence period was extended to 29 February 2012; the extension was intended to smooth out the tests over the 12 month period to ensure that everyone could book the time/location of their choice.Therefore, if you obtained your COTC before 22 December 2008, you must take your Continuing Competence Test on or before 29 February 2012. If you do not take your test by the deadline, then this will become an enforcement issue for the Environment Agency to deal with.
The Environment Agency have issued the following statement in this regard:
“We are still concerned at the low level of take up of the continuing competence test. As a result we are now stepping up our compliance activity to monitor update by operators. We will provide operators with advice and guidance on how to comply and will take enforcement action against those who are unwilling to comply with the requirements by 29 February 2012. Enforcement action can range from service of an enforcement notice to revocation of the permit. Any action we take in the event of non-compliance will depend on the circumstances in accordance with our Enforcement & Sanctions Position.”
Serac UK offers a number of one-day preparation courses across the UK. They are designed to familiarise you with the continuing competence test and help you pass first time. Please see our course diary for where and when our courses are.
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