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  1. DrewGil

    Outdoor 30w floodlight, trainee first project.

    Hi Guys, I am about to start my first practical part of my sparky course, and need to put together a simple project for myself. I want to install a 30w floodlight (PIR) in my back garden. I have an existing wall mounted light that I want to extend from, on a 6A mcb and rcd protected lighting...
  2. Zer0900

    Noob from Ireland, first time site visitor

    Hi all, house basher working with a local contractor in Galway. Currently waiting to be called for my final phase. Was googling testing and verification as i havent done much of it in recent years, and came upon this site. Most lads I call havent a clue how to do these tests. Hoping to find...
  3. A

    First rewire 3 bed terrace house

    so I’ve got my first rewire, I’ve done rewires before for other people but never had to do quote and make a list of all the materials needed. I went to visit the house and made a note of the things they wanted but I’m not sure if I’ve missed anything. I was wondering if there was someone on...
  4. C

    New member and first question.

    Hi all. Decided to join the forum as im sure it will be much help in the coming future. Im about to enrol for city and guilds 2365 level 2 with traininginelectrical. Its an evening course as i already have a job as a 3d POS designer but have decided,all beit a little late in life, to act upon my...
  5. pirate

    Tel, if you're calling it a day, could you sort out this one for me first?

    Like I said, don't just give it up, choose what you want to do, and do no more...or words to that effect! I'm back on my Men's Shed charity thing today. I was about to install that 6mm in free air for that huge cooker when a guy dropped in a reel of 25 metres of 10mm, so just used that instead...
  6. sham

    I know some of you have seen these videos, but it is a first for me.

  7. A

    * My First Trade Show *

    I went to my first 'trade show' today at a local wholesalers (Edmundsons Bournemouth). Whenever people had mentioned them in the past I envisaged a massive exhibition centre full of wideboy sales reps in suits trying to peddle their wares, and I had so far avoided them for fear of having to...
  8. D

    I Need Work Finding first electrician job

    Hey, I'm wondering how to find your 1st ever electrician job. I'm looking to get level 2 and level 3 CG electrician qualification in a college. Every electrician mates job offer often requires a few years experience, so I am confused on how to get your first job as a mate. Whats the best sector...
  9. B

    Our first property - seller says CU is older than 2005 - no cert required

    Hi all We're moving in to our first property - it's a 1950's build. The house has been bought buy a property developer who bought it from the previous owner so that they could purchase a new build (part ex). We had a survey done recently and one of the things that has come up is the lack of...
  10. S

    First Interviews..............

    Lad in another thread posted up about going for hi "informal" interview, soooo for the oldies on here what was yours like, I think I was nervous myself 16 years old walking down from Victoria Station to Vincent Square to the offices of EIL, the only bonus was that my Uncle worked there in the...
  11. buzzlightyear

    why bother in the first place

    this was fitted by a traveling circus ,fitted by two clowns .was fitted around December , call out to a fault on the ground floor ring .no test cert .nothing .and a new alarm fitted by a electrical firm .love the way the tails have been put in by both parties.
  12. N

    first day disaster - ac theory

    i attended the AC theory day last thursday and it was a total disaster. It was for the level 3 students and i was totally lost. I became very red faced and decided to leave half way after speaking to the lecturer who was very helpful. i really have a lot to learn for the 202 exam. im going...
  13. J

    First time wiring domestic heating help.

    Hi everyone, I am about to take over a new build with most of the wiring completed. The only thing left is the heating, i have limited knowledge of domestic systems as i usually do industrial work. From my brief conversation with the plumber we have a polypipe underfloor heating regulator for...
  14. Pete999

    First Volunteer for Age UK tomoz ( no not electrical before you all start)

    Like the title, first job in the morning Volunteering for Age UK, wish me luck if you feel inclined to.
  15. Pete999

    13Amp plug check card Electrical Safety First

    Anyone want one of these FOC only got one spare, first come first served PM your address and I'll pop onee in the post,( Only 1 left ) UK plug pin gauge - https://www.pat-testing-training.net/articles/plug-pin-gauge.php
  16. M

    Hi this is my first post, looking for advice

    I have just completed my level 2 2365, I'm about to begin level 3. I'm now looking for some experience as an electricians mate as I'm finding it difficult to find a job being a female without the full qualification. Any advice would be great!
  17. P

    First post and (probably) stupid question on replacing an extractor

    Hi there, first post that I’m hoping my totally novice terminology will make sense to people... I had an envirovent silent 100ht installed but want to replace with a simpler silent 100s (that turned up today). I’ve removed the cover of the existing and notice the power cable has three cores...
  18. C

    Just finished my first day's training!

    Hello all, just wanted to say hello. Started my first day's training today after jacking in my recruitment job. I've always wanted to be a sparky and I guess it's never too late! I have a lot of work to do... I would be grateful if anyone could point me in the right direction of additional...
  19. C

    Home Lounge Lights do not turn ON first time!

    Hi, I am new to this Forum, so excuse if I do not enter details correctly! I am hoping a bright spark! can answer my question: basically, I am puzzled by my Home Lounge Lights (not fluorescent). The Lights do not turn ON first time, but always turn ON second time (that is after I turn the Room...
  20. M

    What are the first steps in becoming electricians mate?

    I am looking to become an electricians mate in the Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey area. I have experience doing small electrical jobs and City & Guilds Level 2 and 3 in Electro Technology. Any help or advice on how to progress would great.

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