During the pandemic we though about other ways to conduct the all-important NVQ Assessments for our students. We now offer the NVQ Level 3 Electrical process remotely. This worked well in terms of social distancing and didn’t harm the assessment. It also means that we can help electricians in need of this qualification across the […]
Now that things are getting back to normal there is a huge demand on tradespeople of all types. People are preparing for a summer without the stress of Covid 19 restrictions and need the workforce of trades to do so. New research from Checkatrade has found that a huge 83% of the population are planning a home […]
Here at Able Skills we offer a wide variety of Gas Training Courses, no matter if you are new to the trade or an experienced professional who has been in the trade for years now we are here to help you further yourself and your career! We pride ourselves on our ability to leave our […]
Being an Electrician can be one of the most interesting and exciting jobs there is, as an alternative to being stuck behind a desk in a stuffy office you are constantly upon the move meeting new people every day! Below we have listed 10 interesting facts about Electricians that may convince you to take up […]
There is nothing worse than disliking your profession. Spending your Sunday evening dreading the following morning is not how you should live your life! According to research, plumbers are the happiest tradespeople in the UK. Nobody has felt their best throughout the pandemic, but things are looking much better as restrictions are lifted. Make this […]
Did you know that if you have a leaky tap in your kitchen and that tap drips just twice a minute you will be wasting a gallon of water each week? This is why it is so important that Plumbing work is completed to the highest standard possible. In addition to this, your boiler attributes […]
If you are looking to change your career or possibly looking to enter the gas industry then our Gas Training Courses may be the perfect option for you! Did you know that the British public spends £100 million a year on fixing gas work complete to a poor standard of work that was complete illegally? […]
Although the pandemic has provided the trade with many challenges over the last year so, one positive to come out of the coronavirus crisis could be the opportunity it provides to attract new people into the industry. Many people will have lost their employment or simply be looking for something more stable coming out of the […]
On average British Electricians want to own their own business by just 20 years old! With 31% of all Electricians registered in the UK being self-employed the idea of working for yourself is more than just a dream or idea for a lot of Electricians out there. Even if you aren’t aiming to be self-employed […]
Now that we are approaching the lifting of lockdown restrictions many people will be looking to get some household jobs done. When hiring an electrician it is important to hire a qualified electrician. Today we will look at some things to keep in mind to ensure you are hiring the right professional. Apparently, 36% of […]
The number of Electricians being employed over the last few years has been fluctuating, however, demand for electricians is high now that lockdown measures are being eased again in a weeks’ time people will be looking to undertake new projects whether that be domestic or commercial. This being said we at Able Skills cannot emphasize […]
It is no secret at all that the HSE (Health and Safety Executive) severely punishes those Gas Engineers who are out performing work with gas and who do not have the proper registration. In February 2021 four men we handed suspended prison sentences following breaching the Gas Safety Regulations of 1998. You may wonder why […]
