ECA and BESA join forces on health and safety programme A series of four practical ‘Health and Safety Focus Forums’ have been launched by the two leading building services trade bodies, the Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA) and the Building Engineering Services Association (the BESA). The four events are being run across England and Wales, with…
DetailsNew Technology to Solve Earth Continuity Issues There has been much debating over the years about the most appropriate test current to check the integrity of the protective earthing conductor on electrical appliances. Up until recently a higher test current of between 10A and 25A was most usual as it was thought that it was…
DetailsFocus on: Visual Inspection This week we’re looking at the visual inspection, not the user inspection but the Formal Visual Inspection carried out by PAT Technicians on appliances. A Formal Visual Inspection should only be performed by a competent person. This usually means someone who has undertaken training in PAT testing and gained a certificate…
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DetailsFrom your cell phone to your washing machine, you’ll find all kinds electronics in your home. Entertainment, lighting, comfort, and even cleaning can be electrically powered. Most people know that it’s a good idea to disconnect electronics during an electrical outage or lightning storm. This is due to possible electrical surges. Electrical surges are sudden…
DetailsAs with many things, when we want to save money we decide the best way to do that is to trade our time and do the job on our own instead of paying someone else to do the work. In many cases, this is very much worth the savings. Unfortunately it’s rarely the case when…
DetailsMany people enjoy doing their own work on their homes. If they have the skills and tools, the DIY project can be very rewarding. It’s a great way to save money and feels good to have done it yourself. Some may think electrical work can be done just as easy as other home improvement projects.…
DetailsMilton Keynes Electrical Contractor calls for end to dodgy apprenticeships A local electrical contracting company based in Milton Keynes is backing Government plans to end low quality apprenticeships and bring advocates of low quality apprenticeships to justice. Low quality apprenticeships not only bring the good reputation of electricians and the industry to it’s knees but…
DetailsFinding the key to unlock the true potential of the green e c Finding the key to unlock the true potential of the green economy is something that has eluded numerous UK Governments. Whether through unsuccessful initiatives or lack of political will, successive cabinets have fallen short of a long term solution to catalyse sustainable…
DetailsPat testing aka portable appliance testing, why do we have to do it and what is the purpose of it?. Well firstly it is a safety electrical periodic test for electrical appliances and machines. Like any electrical periodic test it is essential for the testing of electrical appliances in the work place. It is essential…
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