Checkatrade has partnered with Lighthouse, the industry charity dedicated to supporting the emotional, physical and financial wellbeing of workers in construction. There are significant wellbeing challenges within the construction sector, with over a fifth of workplace illnesses related to worker stress, anxiety and depression. Checkatrade’s £10,000 donation will support Lighthouse in providing more counselling sessions,…
Instrotech, a leading supplier of test equipment, is continuing to mark a huge milestone: 40 years of providing the very best equipment, coupled with exceptional customer support. To make the celebrations even more exciting, the company is running a series of prize draw competitions throughout 2024, giving entrants the chance to win incredible test equipment…
Legrand UK & Ireland, which specialises in electrical and digital infrastructures, is offering free commissioning services to anyone who purchases one of its CP Electronics lighting control systems for an education building this summer. The offer, which is available until 30 September 2024, has been announced to help schools, and other education buildings, meet recommendations…
On 31 July 2024, IET and BSI issued Amendment 3:2024 of BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations. In addition, they also announced there will be a Draft for Public Consultation (DPC) on Amendment 4:2026 from 7 August 2024. NICEIC Technical Director Paul Collins commented: “Thank you to everyone who has shared their perspectives and insights…
Draft for Public Consultation open from 7 August 2024 to 3 November 2024 Latest amendment expected to be published in 2026 The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and BSI are calling on the electrical industry to have its say on an amendment to the current BS 7671:2018 Amendment 2 (2022) + Amendment 3 (2024),…
Nine cable jointers and craft attendants from UK Power Networks ascended the mighty Snowdon in aid of Evelina London Children’s Charity. The group managed to raise a whopping £2,075 for the charity, with the electricity network donating £500 through their matched funding scheme for employees taking on charitable ventures. Leader of the pack, Joe Read,…
Steve Melton, NAPIT Commercial & Compliance Director, responds to the Government’s announcement that all councils in England are to be given new, mandatory housing targets. The new targets will mean councils must boost housebuilding in areas most in need, helping more people buy their own homes and meet the government’s commitment to 1.5 million homes….
New methodology ensures a holistic approach to train the electrical engineers of today and tomorrow Training delivered through a digital campus and five new training academies across the UK & Ireland Programme covers Schneider Electric’s products, solutions and technologies and supports specialised courses for Safety and legislation with City and Guilds accreditation Schneider Electric, the…
With the summer months now upon us, many outdoor workers in the UK face the harsh heat as temperatures reach peak levels for the year. That’s why experts at bespoke material and handling equipment manufacturers, BlueTrolley have debunked five common myths around the subject of working in the summer heat, and most importantly, how workers…
A shortlist of 22 leading businesses from across the electrotechnical and engineering services sector has been chosen for this year’s prestigious ECA Industry Awards. Drawn from a highly competitive pool of entries, the successful organisations were selected for their exceptional performance and achievements for awards including ‘Best Health, Safety and Environment Initiative’ and ‘Excellence in…