Two directors of a Welsh company that falsely claimed to be NICEIC registered have been fined more than £12, 000. Jason Roberts, 36, of Abertillery Road, Blaina, and Carl Jenkins, 37, of Alma Street, Abertillery, had used the NICEIC logo without permission. Both men had been directors of A Grace Electrics Ltd in…
It’s the hot drink guaranteed to put a smile on every tradesman’s face yet few of us get it right – now experts have confirmed how to make the perfect cup of builder’s tea. Experts at Leasevan.co.uk have revealed the secrets behind every builder’s dream cuppa after tradesmen across the country complained about anaemic brews….
Shell is opening the first wave of electric vehicle charging points at its UK petrol stations, in a sign of the far-reaching changes underway in the transport and oil sectors. Drivers will be able to recharge 80 per cent of their battery in half an hour at forecourts in London, Surrey, and Derby from, with…
The Department of Communities and Local Government (DCLG) working group says homes should be inspected every five years and a system of approved inspectors set up. Following the recommendations of a government report, letting agents and property managers in England and Wales will soon have to organise electrical installation checks of privately rented properties. After…
NICEIC and ELECSA have launched a campaign to encourage electrical contractors to join the fight against dementia. They are encouraging electrical contractors to give up 15 minutes of their pay this November to raise money for Alzheimer’s research UK. (ARUK) Every contractor that takes part will be entered into a prize draw to win a…
With the publication of the Government’s report into Electrical Safety in the Private Rented Sector, consumer group Electrical Safety First has hit out at the lack of Government action. Electrical Safety First said it is disappointed that the Government has published this report without any commitment to introducing mandatory five-yearly checks on electrical installations in…
A major new initiative from the Joint Industry Board (JIB) will help to ensure the health of 12,000 operatives across the electrical industry. From January 2018, JIB members can receive Occupational Health Assessment (OHA) funding for all employees covered by the JIB Benefits Scheme. Each eligible operative can receive a funded OHA, every three years….
The Considerate Constructors Scheme has honoured the Most Considerate Companies and Suppliers at this year’s National Awards. The national scheme established by the construction industry to improve its image presented four companies with the coveted top award of ‘Most Considerate Company 2017’, they are: CR Civil Engineering Ltd (annual turnover: £10m and over); Elev8 Interiors…
A third of all falls from height in the workplace occur when using a ladder according to the Health and Safety Executive and within the construction industry it accounts for 45% of fatalities each year. Businesses are also now seeing huge penalties as a result of accidents, with a £1 million landmark fine recently being…
Glen Dimplex Heating & Ventilation, the manufacturer behind the Dimplex, Creda and Nobo brands, has launched a dedicated new website on the upcoming Lot 20 regulations, designed to help contractors, installers, merchants, wholesalers and others in the trade get to grips with how the new standard will affect electrical heating appliances. Reflecting the Company’s commitment…