We also have mechanics with nationally recognised qualifications in bike
mechanics. Cytech is a series of exams testing on all aspects of cycle repairs.
This is organised through the Association of Cycle Traders (ACT) a body committed to
encouraging high standards within bike shops throughout the country.
Michael and Daniel have both achieved the Cytech
level 3 qualification - the highest accreditation available to a bicycle
mechanic.
When the CyTech logo is displayed in your local cycle shop, you can be confident that
you will enjoy trouble free cycling.
'CyTech' is an abbreviation of 'Cycle Technicians National Accreditation Scheme', which
identifies the level of skills possessed by cycle technicians and their ability to
assemble and service today's highly complex bicycles.
Mechanics and technicians taking the CyTech accreditation undergo stringent assessment,
which includes having to demonstrate a sound knowledge of current technology, before any
certificate is awarded.
Each bicycle that has been assembled by a CyTech qualified
mechanic is identified by a tag with a declaration of skilled assembly and signed by that
mechanic for future reference.
There are three levels of skill starting with the Foundation Course which majors on Health
& Safety in the workshop, but also includes large sections on the use of workshop
tools and the assembly of cycles to British Standard BS6102:1. The Intermediate Level
tests the ability to diagnose and repair faults on cycles, from internal hubs to V brakes
and gyro systems - knowledge across the board is essential before this certificate is
issued. Finally, the Advanced Level is only awarded to technicians who possess a very high
degree of mechanical competence and have an in depth knowledge of state-of-the-art cycle
technology - a highly regarded prize indeed.
The scheme is run and administered by the Association of Cycle Traders as a way to ensure
that high standards are always met in the ACT Members shops. It assures you, the customer,
that your bicycles has been thoroughly checked by a skilled and professional member of
staff before it leaves the premises.
CyTech was the recipient of a 1996 National Training Award, a Government sponsored
scheme which makes annual awards to mark exceptionally effective training across many
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