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  1. Tile Standards And Legal Requirements.

    Tile Standards And Legal Requirements.

    A vital area of importance for any trade skill is the use of approved materials to Building Regulation standard. Not only does the working with quality grade materials impact on the quality level of appearance, long term durability, and health and safety but there are legal requirements, as set out by various regulatory bodies.Candidates undertaking […]

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  2. Plumbing course attendees may soon learn about the Kibosh

    Plumbing course attendees may soon learn about the Kibosh

    An invention that temporarily stops burst water pipes from leaking could soon be on the market, which means workers taking plumbing courses will need to know how to remove it safely. The Kibosh, which was the brainwave of Walkerburn plumber Ross Dickinson, could be in the shops as early as March, according to the Southern […]

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  3. Electrical course attendees may find more work in the south

    Electrical course attendees may find more work in the south

    A new report has suggested there may be more job opportunities for electrical course students in the south of England than in the north. The study carried out by ConstructionSkills predicted the construction industry in the east, south-east and Greater London will see annual growth of 2.4, 2.2 and 1.8 per cent respectively on average […]

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  4. New regulations could prompt workers to take plumbing courses

    New regulations could prompt workers to take plumbing courses

    Interest in plumbing courses could be boosted by the introduction of new regulations from Brussels. While many tradesmen will attend such training to improve their skills, they can also keep their knowledge of legislation in the sector up to date by signing up for this type of qualification. H&V News reporter Dennis Flower described how […]

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  5. Tiling Course Training To Level 2 Avoids Possible Future Work Restrictions

    Tiling Course Training To Level 2 Avoids Possible Future Work Restrictions

    The replacement by City & Guilds of the NVQ qualification with the new Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) as the new Government framework for recognising achievement through the award of credit for units and qualifications are finally beginning to be phased in, after a period of delay. This will not effect the qualification status of […]

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  6. Plumbing course attendees may be needed for bathroom improvements

    Plumbing course attendees may be needed for bathroom improvements

    Homeowners keen to make improvements to their bathrooms may need to bring in a technician who has completed plumbing courses. Writing for AboutMyArea, a representative from Legendary Builders stressed the importance of careful planning when carrying out such projects. One of the areas that he picked out as important to focus on is the plumbing, […]

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  7. DWP campaign could highlight value of electrical courses

    DWP campaign could highlight value of electrical courses

    Interest in electrical courses could be set for growth as a result of a safety awareness campaign launched by the Department of Work and Pensions this week. The inaugural Electrical Fire Safety Week started on Monday (January 24th) and will run until January 30th, with the organisers hoping to highlight to homeowners the threat of […]

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  8. April 18th Start for New C&G 2357 NVQ Diploma

    April 18th Start for New C&G 2357 NVQ Diploma

    Able Skills will launch the City & Guilds 2357 NVQ Diploma this April 18th for those looking to access the electrical installation industry.The new C&G 2357-13 Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment has been introduced following the expiry of the C&G 2330 and will be the only recognised route into the […]

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  9. St Andrews project could create work for plumbing course students

    St Andrews project could create work for plumbing course students

    Technicians who have taken plumbing courses could be required during the redevelopment of the Hamilton Grand, the iconic building overlooking the 18th green of the Old Course at St Andrews. Kohler Co purchased the complex in 2009 through a subsidiary called The Old Course and will now turn the famous structure into 26 luxury residences. […]

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  10. Solar energy initiative could boost interest in renewable energy courses

    Solar energy initiative could boost interest in renewable energy courses

    Renewable energy courses may be in greater demand if an initiative aimed at farmers is successful. Freesource Energy is offering free installation of solar energy devices for people who sign up for the machinery to be used on their farmland. Managing director of the firm Alex Lockton suggested green power generators are an "important consideration" […]

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  11. Solving Adhesive and Grout Failure

    Solving Adhesive and Grout Failure

    Undoubtedly, one of the most common of bathroom and shower problems, and a task that a tiler will be frequently called upon to remedy. Failed bathroom shower tile and grout almost inevitably, will require extensive repair, if not a complete stripping out, renovation and retile of the entire area.It’s a key reason to undertake comprehensive […]

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  12. Tiling Course Training Cuts Out The Cowboys!

    Tiling Course Training Cuts Out The Cowboys!

    It's a problem that has afflicted the construction industry over the years that organisations like the HSE and key national trade associations and their members have endeavoured to stamp out. The answer of course, lies with ensuring that all trades personnel undergo accredited training courses at approved training centres like AbleSkills, to gain nationally recognised […]
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