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The building regulations on drainage and waste disposal are designed to protect public health and safety and the water bylaws are designed to prevent the misuse, waste and contamination of water. Before undertaking work on soil and waste pipes or drains (except for emergency unblocking), the local authority must be contacted.Yet the Chartered Institute of […]
There may soon be more demand for electrical courses if the popularity of electric cars reaches the level expected by one international leader. German chancellor Angela Merkel spoke recently at the first Electro-Mobility Summit in Berlin and explained to the audience that the government is set to work alongside manufacturers to try to get one […]
Amendments to Part G of the Building Regulations came into force on April 6, which means plumbers and those training to be a plumber will need to know what action is required of them to be compliant with Regulations.The new legislation, which covers enhanced hot water safety and water efficiency, has a direct affect on […]
There could be a spike in demand for plumbing courses when more landlords begin to install energy-efficient devices in their properties, but one commentator said he is unsure as to how much it will affect rental value of such homes. Private rented sector expert Malcolm Harrison claimed that activity to improve houses by landlords is […]
Carrying out DIY work without electrical and plumbing qualifications could be a costly mistake. Research carried out by insurance provider LV= revealed that work done to a poor standard can reduce the value of a property by up to five per cent. Furthermore, the poll revealed that around 900,000 people have attempted major work, such […]
Engineers who have completed electrical courses could be in demand in Northern Ireland after a project estimated to cost about £250 million was approved in the Blaris area of County Antrim in Northern Ireland. The huge business and housing complex is being developed by Snoddons and Killultagh and Stormont environment minister Edwin Poots has suggested […]
Professionals who have completed electrical courses may be surprised to hear that a pub in the UK left an exposed wire free to come into contact with a customer’s three-year-old son, who had to be treated at Blackpool Victoria Hospital for an electrical burn. Owners of the Kingfisher Tavern in Kirkham Mitchells and Butlers Retail […]
The importance of quality gas courses has been shown after two children died while on holiday in Corfu as a result of carbon monoxide that escaped from a faulty boiler. Industry body Gas Safe Register responded by urging people to take portable carbon monoxide alarms with them when they go on holiday, even in the […]
The recent extension of the Benchmark Scheme to incorporate solar and air source heat pumps is a significant development in the plumbing industry. It confirms the green energy initiative as an established facts on the ground technology that’s set to become a major water heating system throughout the UK.This also is positive and secure news […]
Taking an electrical course has certainly paid off for one teenager. Scott Wigmore, who is currently employed by Paul Cook of PRP Electrical in Bridgwater, has scooped a young apprentice of the year award. According to the Bridgewater Mercury, the 19-year-old has been handed vouchers to the value of £1,000, as well as tools and […]
Many who look to retrain for a new career will have to find a set period of time to study whilst still needing to work at their current occupation.Even the many ‘fast track’ training schemes now available still require a minimum number of weeks off work and most people assume that the only answer lies […]
Homeowners planning to carry out work on their property have been urged to use tradesmen with approved electrical qualifications. Speaking to the Daily Mirror, Cowboy Builders host Dominic Littlewood said employing the wrong people can have devastating consequences. "Often people featured in the show spent their life savings, or took out a large loan, to […]
