I am currently employed as an Electricians mate but am looking to finally get my certs.
I quit my apprenticeship 3 years ago, only being an exam and NVQ away from being able to sit the AM2. I’m attempting to get my previous exam results from my old college and wanting to continue from where I...
My 9 year old ISE 10 W256W (ASKO WM70.1) stops at 4 minutes from the end on the Everday-wash cycle.
I've drained it with the tube (not much came out) and checked the drain pump is clear.
The stop/start and open door buttons don't work. Turning it off and on it changes it to 12 minutes and it...
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I've been away from the industry for awhile and I've recently got back in to it again.
I never finished off all my grades.
I got both my 236 part 1 and 2, most of my nvq level 3 *I didn't finish my testing and inspection part and I have not done my am2.
I've worked in the industry...
Hi all been reading on this forum for a while and you all seem a friendly bunch I am a DIY enthusiast (Hate that) but it is what I am been messing or medaling around with electrics since I was a kid should really have studied it and took up the craft anyhow hi all. I do have a question Is asking...
As a rank amateur at electrics I had hoped to have an electrician complete the mains connection to my low voltage garden lighting. Owing to the lockdown this isn’t possible so I’m going to have a go. Question - I already have a fused spur, fed from a double socket, to feed an outdoor garden...
Hello everyone,
I would like it if anyone would be able to help me in listing the steps For choosing cable size.
Starting from protective device from a boards 'Zs' value, all the way to the cable size.
Thanks in advance
Hello all,
As my thread title suggests I'm about to complete a 22 year career in the Armed Forces, I have a year and a half left and am beginning to transition to my next career choice.
I have decided to go for my JIB Gold card although I have just discovered that my nearest Electrician skills...
any aberdeen companies looking to hire 3rd stage apprentice? did my inspect and test week at college for my 3rd year but was signed off ill not long after so didnt get a chance to finish my onsite experience.
Hi, im 23yrs old will Have gained quals in 2356 Level 2 + Level 3. Test inspection and 17th edition by the end of this year. Am currently working as Maintenance Engineer, gaining very little install Experience lately, although i have had abit in the past.
Can anybody advise on the best ways in...
I've just put up a stainless switch plate.
The plate itself is giving me a reading of 10-12v.
Its earthed, and I've disconnected the earth just to see if any difference in voltage but there isn't.
Checked cables, no nips on insulation, nothing touching back box, its not tripping RCD, even when...
Hi Guys. First ever post on a forum so bare with me...
Basically I am looking at applying for my JIB card. I have my 17th edition NVQ 2356 and 2330 level 2. Only problem is I never finished my 2330 level 3. I did the level 2 fine and the 301 and 302 of the level 3 but never completed. Can I...
Does anyone know of a black framed panel on the market right now which around the 200w range? I've got a bit of an awkward roof to price at the moment.
Hi,
Am moving a few sockets/switches on a job.
Much smaller than normal works I do so seems a waste to get a plaster out for a few mins work.
So what do you use to tidy up the plaster around sockets/switches.
I was thinking this, anyone used?
No Nonsense All Purpose Ready Mixed Filler 1kg |...
Just a bit of advice please.
Some years ago my parents in law bought a plot in Spain and built a house there, on a small urbanisation of 6 houses. Due to ill health the house has never been completed.
I`ve now been asked to get it done so it can be used.
There was a builders supply to the...
Hey Guys,
I am still only a month or 2 into the solar PV side of things but I wanted to ask those of you that have been around awhile longer what you average lead time is. by this i mean say you came round my house today, how long would you expect me to sign up (assuming I do sign up) I guess...
Hi all,
just seen a post on a site that the 2391-10 finishes in July 2012, i thought it was finished in DEC 2011?.
also why do i read everywhere that its last chance and seems so important that you get it in before the deadline surely you can just take the new one, is the 2391 regarded and...
Thought I'd lighten the mood a bit:
You know the one about the plumber with a dripping tap.....well, as Sparky's I reckon our own little lists of DIY are just as silly. Or is it just me?!
In my house at the moment there are: 4 x GU10's need replacing, a socket to finish plastering around, the...
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