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Why do a resettlement course?

Monday, 05 July 2021 by
The UK armed forces had just under 159,000 full-time servicemen and women in April 2021 – most of which were within the Army (56%) and the rest being equally split between the Royal Navy, Marines and the RAF. Even if being in the armed forces was your only aspiration, there comes a time that this
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How to become an electrician in 2021

Thursday, 24 June 2021 by
Having a career within the electrical industry is desirable for many, and it’s no wonder a large number of people aim to become an electrician with the benefits that come with doing so, job security, high earning potential and self-employment opportunities – just to name a few! How do I start my career as an
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The best fathers day gifts for electricians!

Friday, 18 June 2021 by
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 mug, and they’re more than
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Becoming a self-employed electrician

Wednesday, 16 June 2021 by
An electrician working on an electrical installation
A huge decision for many people working within the trades industry is deciding whether to become a self-employed electrician or to go and work for an existing company. There are pros and cons to both roles, which is why this decision can be such a difficult one to make.  In this post, we will discuss
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The light is out for halogen bulbs

Wednesday, 16 June 2021 by
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, they will no longer be
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Benefits of upskilling employees within the trades industry

Tuesday, 08 June 2021 by
We often see changes within the trades industry, such as new regulations, equipment and tools, and new practices. It can be difficult for a company to keep up with the industry and may result in a lack of skills among their staff – upskilling employees can prevent this.  Upskilling is when companies retrain their staff
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£300m invested to support UK 3,550 electric vehicle charging points

Monday, 24 May 2021 by
There are more electrical vehicles on the road every day, last year we saw a 66% increase in electric vehicle registrations, the biggest annual rise yet. Whilst these growing numbers are great, it does bring a worry that there are not enough electric vehicle chargers installed to meet demand. There has been a big push
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Eight warning signs of electrical wiring problems

Friday, 14 May 2021 by
Eight warning signs of electrical wiring problems
It’s important that homeowners and business owners keep an eye on electrical installations within their properties – spotting any possible hazards and getting them looked at as soon as possible can be a matter of life or death. However, it can be difficult for the general public to spot dangers ahead of time as they
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Over 50% of the UK public do not know what RCD protection is

Friday, 14 May 2021 by
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% of the UK public use
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Who should do an 18th Edition course?

Friday, 07 May 2021 by
A student attending an electrical training course
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, therefore they would benefit from
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