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  1. Yoult1976

    Balcony solar in Ireland

    Hi, Has anyone come across DIY balcony solar panels? These are solar panel kits you can buy that plug into a regular electrical wall outlet. They have become very popular in Germany, particularly those living in rented accommodation as you can easily take the panels with you when you move and...
  2. I

    Hello from Ireland

    Hello all I am new here an Irish lad doing an apprenticeship loving the job at it over two years now attending day release learning lots at day release and at work all the time
  3. S

    Gold card recognised ??

    Hi lads does anyone know if the gold card is recognised in the Republic of Ireland aka south of Ireland
  4. FelimDoyle

    Do the forums cover electrical systems in the UK, Ireland and EU countries?

    Do the forums cover electrical systems in the UK, Ireland and EU countries or are they only for US/Canada/North America?
  5. C

    British trained Electricians working in Irish Republic

    Lads Can you tell me if there are any requirements for British Trained Electricians working in the Irish Republic ? Specifically, to do with Colour Vision Testing . In Irish Republic presently, you cannot wear filtered lenses to sit Ishihara Vision Testing , wheras in Britain, I...
  6. T

    Moving from mainly domestic to commercial/industrial

    I’m nearly a qualified electrician and I’m looking to change from mainly domestic jobs to more of the commercial/ industrial side. I’m just wondering how difficult will it be and what type of work should I expect to be doing?
  7. BenCos18

    Reported content: Post in thread 'Health and safety guidance - Northern Ireland'

    Post in thread 'Health and safety guidance - Northern Ireland' by aaroncappa has been reported by BenCos18. Reason given: Content being reported:
  8. A

    Health and safety guidance - Northern Ireland

    Hi folks. I'm not an electrician but I thought this would be a good place to get some guidance and get some understanding on health and safety when it comes to electric engineers. I am from Northern Ireland. I just had a prepayment meter removed and a new meter installed for a direct debit...
  9. A

    Why are cctv installers not using the LSHF cat 6 cable when wiring domestic in Ireland. When wiring lights/sockets etc

    Why are cctv installers in ireland not using LSHF cable in a domestic situation as when wiring Sockets/ LIGHTS rtc Irish regs state thst LSHF CABLE must be used. If i am certing the rewire of house and cctv installer installs standard cat 6 ( not LSHF)Cable i surely cannot cert that house.
  10. N

    Seeking adult apprenticeship - Northern Ireland

    Had hoped to have secured work by now, but haven't yet managed to do so and time wont wait for me. Ideally looking for work within reasonable distance of Portadown, in order to minimise travel on apprenticeship wage, but I need this and will travel whatever distance it takes. Have own tools...
  11. S

    Electrician moving from Ireland

    Hi guys. Looking for abit of advice. I'm Irish and qualified with 2 years. And have a few different courses under my belt. My girlfriend and I are thinking of moving to london as she was offerd a job. I have experience in domestic and industrial. Basically I just want to know what I need to do...
  12. i=p/u

    Tax in ireland 2021

    If you got a paye job in dublin and they offering 65,000 a year, 39hrs pw. From what I read you pay 20% on first 40,000 and 40% on the remainder.. Is this true Nicebutdim?
  13. F

    Ireland ET101 earth bonding - mechanical protection

    Good morning, I'm looking for answers to these two questions about Ireland ET101 standards, since I can't seem to find specific indication: - Should the metal frame of a plasterboard wall /drywall positioned inside a room of a building be earthed as a main equipotential bonding? - Wirings...
  14. Padrag

    G'day! Making a big move...

    Good afternoon everyone! Australian Electrician here, Even though we're in crazy times at the moment. I'm making the move with my Partner from Sydney to the Republic of Ireland soon, and am hoping to learn as much as I can about my change of scenery on this forum. Also been scouring the...
  15. N

    Training in Northern Ireland as a 'mature' learner.

    Hoping that someone can provide advice about entering the industry. I know there are many similar threads, but I'm looking for advice specific to training in NI. It's a struggle to find courses which aren't limited to those aged 16-24 and serving an apprenticeship. I'm mid 40s and...
  16. Risteard

    Reported content: Post in thread 'Ireland - Customers wanting receipts'

    Post in thread 'Ireland - Customers wanting receipts' by Risteard has been reported by Risteard. Reason given: Content being reported:
  17. Lou

    Solarfix NI Ltd - Solar Panel Installers Northern Ireland

    Lou submitted a new resource: Solarfix NI Ltd - Solar Panel Installers Northern Ireland - Nothern Ireland Solar Panel Installers | Solarfix NI Ltd Read more about this resource...
  18. Pete999

    Flicking channels at Half time Scotland V Ireland

    Ended up watching TOWIE, what a load of Muppets, Jeez, still I suppose if people watch it regularly it pays for itself, but I would be embarrassed if I was from Essex, but I kept it togeveah for sanity's sake, I'm right emotional innit.
  19. bahum

    Any guesses which (Northern Ireland?) electrician company this might be???

    I'll try to keep it short: Back in 2014 we had an electrical company from Northern Ireland do some work for us in the Luton and Bedford areas of England. I don't remember their name (hence the question), all I know is they used to come to the area SEVERAL weeks in a row in the summer and they...
  20. 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...
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