The Institute of the Motor Industry Roadside Breakdown Course

The IMI Roadside Breakdown course is a 3 day course for specialist tyre fitters who will attend roadside breakdowns. Candidates must have completed a recognised course in Commercial Vehicle Tyre Fitting and possess good communication skills.

Successful candidates will receive an IMI Quality Approved Award in Roadside Safety. This award is recognised throughout the motor industry and will count as a credit towards the nationally recognised Technical Certificate in Vehicle Fitting as well as forming part of the Vehicle Fitting NVQ.

Course Details    

• Half-day classroom based theory session
• One and a half day practice session
• One-day examination and assessment

Course Content: Theoretical

• Identification of the dangers associated with working on the roadside.
• Service vehicle and equipment requirements
• Procedures for attending breakdowns at the roadside (A & B roads and Motorways).

 Course Content: Practical

• Service vehicle & equipment condition reporting
• Attending a Motorway breakdown
• Safe removal and replacement of road-wheels

IMI assessment and test    

• A multi-choice theory question paper
• Three practical assessments, observed by an IMI approved assessor.