Online resource clarifies Wiring Regulations
Friday, 12 August 2016
An online forum, established by leading safety charity, Electrical Safety First, clarifying Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) for contractors and other interested groups, has proved a popular resource, with 87,000 views in one year – and over 5,000 in just one month. The forum – the Wiring Regulations Advisory Group (WRAG) – comprises representatives from a
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What is PAT testing?
Thursday, 11 August 2016
Firstly, the traditional name is PAT Testing, not PAC Testing or PAK Testing – although all are made-up terms. Although the name suggests that PAT Testing is to do with testing something, there is a lot more to it than that. Firstly we need to understand what PAT Testing actually relates to. Over the years,
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Fire Safety in Housing: Choosing the Right Alarm – BS5839-6:2013
Monday, 08 August 2016
Our best advice is to fit smoke alarms to give yourself the earliest possible warning to get out the property safely, without harm if there is a fire. You should follow the British standard BS5839-6:2013. As guidance, for a standard domestic house, fit smoke alarms: In rooms frequently used for general daytime living, such as
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Why electrical safety in commercial environments is so important
Thursday, 28 July 2016
It is well known that electrical problems are among the most common causes of fire in commercial properties, can cause a higher percentage of damage, and are listed high in the causes of workplace injuries, i.e. burns, shocks or indeed, fatalities. For that reason, electrical safety is a high priority for insurance companies when looking
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Combating the rise of electrical fire hazards
Thursday, 30 June 2016
Technology gives us so much: it makes daily living less arduous, it gives us the means to carry out work more efficiently, and it keeps us connected to others all day, every day. All it requires in return is being plugged into an electrical outlet. With that requirement, however, comes great risks, and it’s our
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What is Part P?
Friday, 03 June 2016
In 2005, the Government introduced electrical safety rules into the Building Regulations for England and Wales. Because of this, most fixed electrical installation work in homes must, by law, meet the Building Regulations. Part P states that anyone carrying out electrical installation work in a home must make sure that the work is designed and installed
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5 tips for choosing a contractor
Wednesday, 18 May 2016
Need a contractor? Consider our top tips first… It’s no secret that one of the best ways to find someone who’ll do a good job is to get a recommendation from a friend, family member, neighbour or colleague. However, it doesn’t necessarily work well when it’s a recommendation from another tradesperson. While your plumber may
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Student’s guide to IET Wiring Regs takes to the road
Monday, 09 May 2016
The IET has launched its Student’s Guide to the IET Wiring Regulations, aimed at students and electrical apprentices. The publication provides essential guidance for learners working towards the successful completion of courses and gaining qualifications in line with the standards set by the awarding bodies. Author of the Student’s Guide, Steven Devine, hosts a series
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Housing and planning bill – amendments spark electrical safety
Thursday, 05 May 2016
Commenting on proposed amendments to the Housing and Planning Bill, which will establish electrical safety requirements in the Private Rented Sector (PRS), Phil Buckle, Director General of Electrical Safety First, said: “We welcome these proposed amendments, as we have lobbied long and hard to ensure regular electrical safety checks are a requirement in the PRS.
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Are you making these critical electrical safety mistakes?
Tuesday, 26 April 2016
Overcome four top barriers to electrical safety excellence. Your plant has a responsibility (and a regulatory duty) to minimize workers’ exposure to electrical risks. But as standards and technologies change, are you keeping up with the actions you need to take to keep workers safe? Here are four barriers to achieving electrical safety excellence and
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