Benefits of Registration

OFTEC Promotes Excellence in Oil Fired Heating and Cooking…

 

OFTEC is the Oil Firing Technical Association and is the technical and marketing body for the oil firing industry in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.

 

OFTEC Registration Services is responsible for managing the OFTEC Training and Registration process for technicians in the oil heating and cooking industry.

 

OFTEC is the leading organisation recognised by Governments, manufacturers, distributors and consumers for the oil-firing industry. The aim of OFTEC Training and Registration System is to provide Technicians with Government recognised professional status and competency.

 

OFTEC Registration aims to raise safety standards and increase environmental protection. For Technicians it aims to produce financial benefits through customer service, fewer accidents and greater product reliability and efficiency.

There a several different classes of OFTEC Registration - including Installation, Servicing & Commissioning and Tank Installation - some or all of which may be applicable to your business.

As an OFTEC Registered Technician you can get these fantastic benefits

 

  • Certificates, Identity Badge and Logo: The badge and certificate provide proof of competence for the householder. Use of the OFTEC logo on your vans, stationery and any other marketing materials.
  • Reduced Insurance Costs: OFTEC Registered Technicians and Companies have access to low cost Public Liability Insurance through our partner OFTEC Insurance Services.  For more information click here or telephone 0845 520 1360
  • Free Technical Advice: All Registered Technicians and Businesses have access to free advice via phone, fax or e-mail. OFTEC Technical Information Sheets are also available.
  • Free Electronic Updates for Technical Books: All Registered Technicians and Businesses can sign up for automatic updates to their Technical Books via -email.
  • Discounts at OFTEC Direct: Access to a whole range of essential items vital for installing and servicing oil-fired systems. Discounts are available for OFTEC Registered Technicians and Businesses. Order via phone, mail or online at www.oftecdirect.com
  • Your Voice Within OFTEC: All Registered Technicians are eligible for election to the Registered Technicians Committee (RTC), with the opportunity to influence decisions affecting OFTEC and the oil-firing industry.
  • Website Support and Information: Free entry onto OFTEC’s online database and ‘search by postcode’ facility to generate new business opportunities with potential customers. The website also keeps you informed of the latest news on technical issues and legislation and has a dedicated area for Registered Technicians only.
  • Regular Regional Events: OFTEC runs Oil Heating Shows throughout the UK and the Republic of Ireland. You can see the latest oil-firing technology available from OFTEC Member Manufacturers. It is also a chance to find out news from OFTEC staff on the latest legislation and for us to hear your views.
  • OFTEC Awards for Excellence: The annual OFTEC Awards for Excellence gives the industry a chance to publicly recognise and reward outstanding achievement by OFTEC Registered Technicians.
  • Oil Installer Magazine: A quarterly publication sent to all Registered Technicians. Oil Installer brings you all the latest news and information affecting the oil industry.
  • Free Membership of Prompt Payer worth £100: OFTEC will pay your membership fee with Prompt Payer who offer a suite of benefits for the OFTEC Registered Technician, including debt collection, mobile phones, websites and a rewards service to name but a few (see Prompt Payer leaflet for all benefits).
  • Business Links and Representation: OFTEC has good links with other organisations such as IDHEE, CIPHE, HHIC and EST. OFTEC is also a united voice to lobby Governments on behalf of your industry.

If you would like to talk to someone in the OFTEC Registration Department, please call 0845 65 85 080.

Works notification

OFTEC has an inexpensive and easy-to-use Works Notification service to help its Registered Technicians to notify the Local Authority of any work. Download our easy guide to works notification.

OFTEC Insurance Services

OFTEC can now provide a range of competitively priced insurance products for OFTEC registered technicians. These include Professional Indemnity Insurance, Combined Public and Employers Liability, Commercial Vehicle Insurance and Tools Insurance.  For more information click here , or telephone 0845 520 1360.