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- Britons thinking of taking an electrician training course to gain their approved electrical qualifications might find encouragement to do so in comments from business secretary Lord Mandelson. The government today (March 17th) marked the first anniversary of the New Industry, New Jobs scheme, which aims to develop much-needed skills and infrastructure in the private sector. […]Read article
Electrical qualifications could improve health and safety
Employers in Greater Manchester may want to ensure their workers have as up-to-date electrical qualifications as possible so that their health and safety responsibilities are met. A new Health and Safety Executive (HSE) initiative found that more than a quarter of construction sites in the county failed safety inspections carried out last week. Electrical qualifications […]Read articlePlumbing courses could help address shower pressure shortfalls
Read articlePlumbing courses could help trained professionals to deal with reduced water pressure, in light of the recent actions of some water companies. The Mirror reports that mains pressure is falling in some places as suppliers aim to reduce the amount of strain put on older pipework and consequently prevent leaks from occurring. However, this is […]
Electrical qualifications may be used at new school projects
Read articleGreat customer service is helping to allow full-service construction firm Morgan Ashurst to deliver the best possible deal to its customers in the education sector. The organisation has been contracted to two Hull projects under the Building Schools for the Future initiative, which could see work given to local electricians in the area. North-east managing […]
No Fee Download App For Qualified Skills Work Search!
Read articleThe introduction of a Government pilot scheme aims to make Europe’s largest jobs database available by a ‘no fee’ mobile phone download app! Operating through JobCentre Plus, the app is designed to be a key tool for people looking for work, by making it easier to search by location, save preferences and job vacancy information […]
Electrical training courses may be attractive to employers
Read articleElectrical training courses could help people develop the transferable skills that are desired by recruiters. A labour market that is becoming increasingly flexible means that employers should consider people with skills gained in a number of different sectors, Jobcentre Plus said. Such skills could include those picked up on electrical training courses and qualifications in […]
Gas, plumber training courses could assist low carbon plans
Read articleIndustry professionals who have taken a plumbing or gas training course might find that they are needed to help the government achieve its low carbon commitments. Communities and Local Government announced today (March 12th) that changes have been made to building regulations in the UK that will see properties become more energy efficient. As part […]
Ladder scheme could benefit qualified electricians
Read articleTradespersons who have taken an electrician training course could find that they have benefited from improved working conditions thanks to a ladder exchange scheme. The initiative, launched three years ago by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) – which protects people against risks to health or safety arising out of work activities – aims to […]
Warm Homes, Greener Homes Strategy Boost To Construction Industry
Read articleUnder new plans announced by the Government this month, a ‘green’ transformation of Britain’s homes will take place over the next decade- designed to make them more comfortable, warmer and cheaper to run.With around one quarter of UK emissions coming from energy used in homes the ‘Warm Homes, Greener Homes’ strategy is aimed at cutting […]
App could assist workers with approved electrical qualifications
Read articleBritons who have recently completed an electrician training course and are looking for work could find that their job prospects are given a boost thanks to a new app for the iPhone. The Department for Work and Pensions announced yesterday (March 10th) that it is launching a program for iPhone, iPod Touch and Google Android […]
Green energy courses could give boost to Feed in Tariff
Read articleIndustry professionals who have taken a green energy course could find that they are desperately needed to help Britain become more energy-efficient. The government recently announced details of its Feed in Tariff that will give grants to people who generate their own eco-friendly electricity by using technology such as solar panels and small wind turbines […]
Electrical Part P - When To Notify and When Not!
It's been just over six years since the new rules were incorporated into the Building Regulations which redined the installation and modification of electrical wiring.Known as 'Part P', these rules specifically enforce all 'notifiable' electrical work to meet legal safety standards for electrical wiring. The rules state that to ensure these standards are met, all […]Read article