The best fathers day gifts for electricians!
By Alex Miller / 18/06/2021 / Electrical
Fathers day is coming up, so we wanted to share some brilliant gifts that we think you’ll love – feel free to share this blog with your partners and kids, that way there are no excuses 😉 To let everybody know who is the best… We all love a good…
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The light is out for halogen bulbs
By Alex Miller / 16/06/2021 / Industry News
The halogen light bulb was invented in the 1950s, and after seventy decades of advancements and gained knowledge on energy efficiency, they will soon be completely banned in the UK. The UK government began phasing halogen bulbs out in 2018 under EU wide rules, and as of September 1st 2021,…
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Over 50% of the UK public do not know what RCD protection is
By Alex Miller / 14/05/2021 / Industry News
During the warmer months, gardens often become additional living spaces for many households. This means more electrical equipment is being brought and used outdoors such as lawnmowers, electric trimmers, lighting and entertainment equipment, such as speakers. According to a recent survey conducted by training providers Technique Learning Solutions, over 80%…
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Who should do an 18th Edition course?
By Alex Miller / 07/05/2021 / Electrical
If you work within the electrical industry, you probably know all about the British Standards (BS 7671:2018) of wiring regulations, AKA, 18th Edition. But is a training course and qualification on this necessary for everybody? Anybody who works with electrical installations is expected to understand and comply with wiring regulations,…
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How often does an EICR need to be done?
By Suzanne Leusby / 04/05/2021 / Electrical
Over time, all electrical installations deteriorate for a range of reasons, the most common ones simply being age and use. It’s important to get an electrical installation condition report (EIRC) done often to check for any damage, deterioration or defects. But how often does an EICR need to be done?…
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Five Electrical Safety Myths Debunked
By Suzanne Leusby / 16/04/2021 / Electrical
There are many myths regarding electrical safety around, most of which develop from peoples interpretations drifting away from the original intent. In the electrical industry, it’s extremely important to dispel these myths to keep everybody safe and prevent accidents. This industry can be extremely dangerous if electrical safety is not…
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Why do an Inspection and Testing course?
By Alex Miller / 30/03/2021 / Electrical
Electricians might find themselves asking the question ‘why do an Inspection and Testing course?’ There are a range of reasons and benefits for becoming qualified in this… Inspection and Testing is extremely important for many reasons. Firstly, it can be very dangerous if faulty installations are not fixed and can…
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What is Inspection and Testing and why is it important?
By Alex Miller / 24/03/2021 / Electrical
What is Inspection and Testing? Inspection and Testing is a term everybody in the electrical industry will know, and many who aren’t in the industry may have heard. Other terms used include “‘test and inspect‘. ‘testing and inspection’ and ‘2391 tests.’ However, the correct terminology is ‘Inspection and Testing’ simply…
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Why become an electrician? Here are ten reasons…
By Alex Miller / 03/03/2021 / Electrical
Whether you’re just about to start your career and are trying to figure out the best path for you, or simply want a complete career change, becoming an electrician is a great option for everybody, regardless of age or life stage for a range of reasons… 1. There are many…
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Electrician earnings continue to grow to an all-time high
By Alex Miller / 03/03/2021 / Industry News
How Much Do Electricians Earn? Is one of the most asked questions. There are many benefits to becoming an electrician such as being your own boss, different day-to-day tasks, always being in demand, and many more. One huge bonus is the money – electricians are paid the highest out of…
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