Yep. Done the IAM training and passed the advanced test at the end of last season. I'm now training as an observer with the same group as KitKat for the very reason that Mark H states (to put something back in) and besides which it's a good night out usually.
Took out my first associate (backed up by a qualified/ senior observer) this week which was a different experience altogether! A whole new challenge.
Can't go wrong with advanced training in my book.
Garry
