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Periodic Inspection Reporting of electrical installation is imperative to maintain the safety of householders and tenants

Competent Person Scheme Operator, NAPIT, highlights the importance of Periodic Inspection Reporting (PIR) on all properties remains imperative to maintain the safety of householders and tenants. This follows the tragic death of a mother of two, originally from Birmingham, who moved with her family to Cornwall into a rented property. Sadly an electric fault and the lack of earth bonding caused the lethal electrocution and Mrs. Whithall died ... [more]

Energy efficiency is becoming a critical issue for businesses

Last year, Schneider Electric held a series of events dedicated to informing attendees about a range of energy efficient measures, as well as showcasing its portfolio of energy efficiency solutions. The series kicked-off with an event in Edinburgh, followed by Birmingham then Bristol, which all saw hundreds of contractors, energy managers, consultants, architects and distributors, as well as representatives from local and health authorities, mee... [more]

Mobile AM2 test centre reduces backlogged waiting lists for electrical apprentices

National Electrotechnical Training (NET) has worked with GTEC Training to develop a mobile test centre, which can travel to the ‘hotspot’ areas in England and Wales where AM2 centres are struggling to meet high demand for the test and reduce backlogged waiting lists. This innovative solution solves the ongoing industry issue of electrical apprentices having to wait up to a year to take their AM2 test. Based at Connaught Academy in Caerphilly s... [more]

Megger free events help electrical contractors to expand the range of services they provide and generate more income

Megger is providing electrical contractors with information and novel ideas that will help them to expand the range of services they provide and generate more income, at a series of free events being held throughout the UK. The event – Money Talks! - is based on Megger’s recent Business in a Box promotion, which has already helped dozens of contractors to substantially increase their profits. It will focus on alternative opportunities for elec... [more]

Free ELECSA evening seminars on building regulations for electrical contractors

ELECSA is running a series of free seminars on building regulations for electrical contractors. The evening seminars are open to anyone to attend, and are being held at a choice of locations around the country. Business Development Manager for ELECSA Sarah Fry explains ‘electrical contractors often need to know about a wide range of building regulations in addition to Part P. The new seminars are designed to equip them with a quick overview of... [more]

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