Fire detection and alarm systems in dwellings to BS 5839-6: 2013
Thursday, 23 May 2019
A fire detection and alarm system can significantly improve the safety of occupants in dwellings by operating automatically and alerting occupants, especially those asleep, to the outbreak of fire. For these reasons, requirements for the provision of systems to provide early warning of fire are incorporated into UK building regulations. Fig 1 Example of a
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We can make the Apprenticeship Levy work for you!
Wednesday, 22 May 2019
Whether you’re paying the apprenticeship levy or not, apprenticeships are a great option for businesses. Apprenticeships: Increase productivity Bring fresh ideas to your business. Help develop new skills. Increase staff engagement. Improve staff retention rates. Upskill existing staff (Apprenticeships are for any existing or new employee aged 16 to 65!) However, despite the above business
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EC quizzed over illegal refrigerant trade
Friday, 17 May 2019
EUROPE: MEPs continue to question the European Commission over its failure to stem the trade in quota-busting illegal refrigerants. In a written question, MEP Jo Leinen of the German Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats has asked for clarification from the Commission on the steps being taken to tackle the “burgeoning’ illegal trade in refrigerants.
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Additions or alterations
Thursday, 16 May 2019
Most domestic electrical installations usually require one or more additions or alterations during their lifetime. However, before undertaking such work it is important to confirm the safety and adequacy of the existing installation. Most domestic electrical installations usually require one or more additions or alterations during their lifetime. However, before undertaking such work it is
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Net zero target demands tougher action on F-gas non-compliance
Wednesday, 08 May 2019
Further F-gas emission reductions and tougher action on non-compliance will be required if the UK is to achieve a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2050. The contribution of the refrigeration and air conditioning sector is a key element of today’s report – Net Zero – The UK’s contribution to stopping global warming – published by the
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Tradesmen fined for shoddy electrical work which could have cost lives
Tuesday, 07 May 2019
Two traders have been fined £2,000 as their ‘shoddy’ electrical work could have ‘put lives at risk’. Kevin John Wakefield was hired to build an extension and install electrics at a house in Dunns Bank, Quarry Bank in 2016 – but when he finished the job, the householder was plagued with problems and when an
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Technique Learning Solutions have been named as Chesterfield FC’s new shirt sponsor after agreeing a two-year contract
Wednesday, 01 May 2019
Mark Crook, managing director of Technique Learning Solutions, is delighted to have forged the link-up. He said: “Although we are a UK-wide apprenticeship and training provider, Chesterfield is a very special place for TLS. “It is the place where we were established, where we grew and most importantly it is the place we are proud
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No F-gas exemption for European manufacturers
Thursday, 25 April 2019
European air conditioning and refrigeration manufacturers seeking a “reconsideration” of F-gas export provisions, which they say makes their products uncompetitive, have been rejected by the EU commissioner. The manufacturers maintained that the refrigerant in pre-charged equipment manufactured for export outside Europe should not be included in the quota system. Under current interpretations of the regulation,
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Letting agency fined £50,000 over safety failures at two HMOs
Tuesday, 23 April 2019
Company based in North London which operated two properties in Hertfordshire admits 18 offences. A letting agency which is also an HMO landlord has been fined £50,000 after admitting 18 offences relating in particular to fire safety. Lettings of London Ltd, which his based in a business park in South Barnet, North London, has been
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EU doors “wide open” to illegal refrigerant, EIA warns
Thursday, 18 April 2019
Better comparisons of EU F-Gas data with export supply figures and a revised approach to strengthen customs enforcement among steps needed to tackle the illegal trade for HFCs Introducing greater transparency within the F-Gas quota system is among several recommendations that will be vital to protect EU efforts to curbing greenhouse gas emissions, a new
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