1. Sheffield Advanced Motorcyclists Local and National Observer Qualifications

2. Sheffield Advanced Motorcyclists Two new qualifications ‘Local Observer’ = Observer ‘National Observer’ = Senior Observer.

3. Sheffield Advanced Motorcyclists National Observer’s qualification has commenced Local Observer’s expected to start in 2014.

4. Sheffield Advanced Motorcyclists Why are the qualifications changing? According to IAM: Consistent standard across the country Recognised awarding body (IMI) Qualified volunteers Credibility to outside organisations.

5. Sheffield Advanced Motorcyclists What’s the difference? Local Observers: Tested against a set of competencies More formal assessment - units and elements Includes riding assessment and test of observer skills Tested by a national observer from another group.

6. Sheffield Advanced Motorcyclists What’s the difference? National Observers: Some additional competencies Higher standard of riding Assessment by staff examiner.

7. Sheffield Advanced Motorcyclists Documentation 44 page assessment document Looks complex - but most of it is what you do already ‘Multiple’ assessment of competencies.

8. Sheffield Advanced Motorcyclists What does this mean for me? Local Observers: If you are due for re-qualification soon - will be done as normal by your own senior observer Anything beyond early 2014(?) will be under the new system.

9. Sheffield Advanced Motorcyclists What does this mean for me? National Observers: Qualification under the new system has already started However - big waiting list for tests.

10. Sheffield Advanced Motorcyclists What do I need to do about it? Awareness of competencies Knowledge of HC and HTBABR Awareness of ‘Full Control’ document Maintaining riding standards.

11. Sheffield Advanced Motorcyclists Where can I find out more? IAM Website - search for IMI Observer Qualification Documents: Competencies Marking sheet / standards Observers ‘best practice’ ‘Full Control’ document.

12. Sheffield Advanced Motorcyclists Any Questions?