BAFE Scheme DS301 Third Party Certification is now available for contractors working with Grade D fire detection and fire alarm systems for domestic premises Following an extensive development process over two years in the making, the BAFE Fire Safety Register and NAPIT are proud to announce a new Scheme to assess the competency of organisations…
With the looming gas boiler ban and adoption of low carbon heating alternatives, it’s becoming clearer than ever that electrical qualifications will become more and more relevant in commercial and domestic heating. So, what type of accreditations are currently required to install heating systems? And how can heating engineers equip themselves for a future that…
The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) is encouraging ex-military personnel to transfer the electrical skills and qualifications gained in service to a rewarding career in their civilian life. Military training and qualifications had not always been fully recognised outside the armed forces, with many candidates having to undertake additional civilian vocational qualifications once they have made…
Construction output is forecast to rise by 14 per cent in 2021 and 6.3 per cent next year, according to the Construction Products Association, CPA, summer forecast published this week. Private housebuilding and infrastructure are expected to be key drivers of construction growth in this year and next, although the outlook for the commercial sector…
Toolstation, one of the UK’s fastest growing and largest suppliers of tools and more, opened the doors of its 500th store on Monday 26th July in New Malden – creating seven new roles in the area and bringing essential products to local trade and DIY customers. To celebrate the fantastic milestone, Toolstation will be hosting…
Building services engineering company, Ameon, has given an employment lifeline to an ex-offender as part of the Custody 2 Work (C2W) initiative, and in return, the newly installed electrical apprentice has decided to show his appreciation by running in this year’s Manchester Marathon, in aid of the company’s chosen charity in its 25th anniversary year!…
Selco Builders Warehouse staged a charity double header to raise more than £13,500 in the space of 48 hours. The leading builders merchant hosted its annual golf day, pitting Selco colleagues against suppliers at West Midlands Golf Club. Just two days later, members of the marketing team put their best foot forward by…
ProGARM has launched a new research campaign to uncover the real arc flash risk in the UK Historic ProGARM and BSIF research suggests 57 per cent of workers within specific industries are impacted by arc flash The new research campaign will be used to drive change to protect lives on the ground Will you make…
Tickets now on sale for 2020/21 ECA Industry Awards Dinner Tickets are now available for the 2020/21 ECA Industry Awards Dinner, one of the top events on the industry calendar. Guests will enjoy an evening of entertainment including top TV personalities, a live band, a photo booth and more. The event, being held on Friday…
Average weekly earnings for self-employed electrical contractors remained well above £1,000 in June, according to Hudson Contract’s latest analysis of pay trends in the construction industry. At £1,032 per week, the earnings are 5.2 per cent higher than the same month last year and equivalent to an annual salary of nearly £50,000. They have stayed…