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  1. J

    Fault current, and earth electrode resistance: Numbers not making sense

    In "Advanced Electrical Installation Work" by Trevor Linsley, he says that an earth electrode rod that is 1m deep will typically have a resistance of between 10 and 200 ohms. Given that fault currents can supposedly, momentarily, be in the order of 1000's of amps, this makes me scratch my head...
  2. T

    Building furniture....

    Anybody built there own furniture at home? Me and the gf have just got our first gaff together and basically can't afford out! So i am building whatever i can. I have designed the bed but started first with the wardrobe. I am making it out of scaffolding boards mainly due to how cheap i can...
  3. I

    Training as a tradesmen and making a move towards self employment.

    I would like to know if this is the correct training specification to become a 100% certified and competent Electrician. C&G 2365 level 2 C&G 2365 level 3 17th Edition. C&G 2394/95 Inspection & Testing. NVQ level 2+3. I would also like to know what the current market capacity/need is for...
  4. F

    Anyone a spark for British Gas????? What are they like to work for.

    Hi was just wondering what british gas are like to work for? A mate of mine is going for an interview they have promised him loads inc working your way up etc etc. What are the hours like?
  5. B

    Wind Farms

    Is it me or is this growth in wind farms just ridiculous? Doesn't this country have enough wind of its own without wasting electricity making more of it by running these big fans? Its a blatant Tory waste of the tax payers money ......
  6. HappyHippyDad

    5 mins off from making volcanos!

    I have just managed to escape for 5 minutes from the kitchen after an hour of making volcanos erupt (bicarb/citric acid etc) with my 6 year old boy! I always enjoy doing all that stuff with him but I needed a quick fix of electrics... and an hour is quite a long time. Reckon I've got a few...
  7. L

    Kitchen sockets keep tripping, push to test button keeps making it go to half way

    Hi, I would be very grateful if someone could shed some light on this: My kitchen sockets have been tripping often for quite a few months, usually noticed when we get home from work. I'm not sure what the culprit is so I just go down to my cellar and flick the switch back up. Last night it...
  8. shanky887614

    Lovely job on sunday morning

    Nice and mucky half day What you guys got on today?
  9. R

    Making good

    Do most domestic electricians do the filling and plastering after the install or leave it to a plasterer to make good.
  10. C

    emergency light testing

    Hi everyone. I have an emergency light test coming up. I have never carried one out before. Is it as simple as: 1. Checking there is a key switch/isolator 2. Making sure all emergencies are working correctly 3. Making sure the batteries are up to scratch by them staying illuminated for the 3...
  11. M

    electric rolling shutter not working ..and making noise

    Hi guys Ive got a problem and wondered what you guys think as I don't want to get ripped of...basically the shutter used to make a noise going up And down for about 3 yrs..we did not take any notice...but today the shutter opened up unusually ..it went slow...then when it put down..it...
  12. G

    problem with making circuits

    Hi, I was wondering if someone could help me. I have an assignment to do and i have no idea how to make circuit for the 16A TP_N, welding equipments, door control. I have attached a pic so plz if anyone can help. Thanks. And What about the wiring on the left side for lighting and radial? Any...
  13. W

    Making warm white warmer !

    Have installed a warm white t5 fitting in an alcove , although I think it throws out a nice warm light , customer would like it a little duller ! Is their any time of diffuser I can buy or something I could use to do this ? thanks
  14. G

    autosave keeps crashing when making posts

    Hi - I think the autosave feature keeps crashing my browser when I'm using the quick post function to write a reply that's longer than a couple of sentences. Browser is chrome. Please switch that function off as this is starting to make me not want to post here, due to the frustration of...
  15. C

    Workshop power supply

    Hello I have been away from electrical installation for sometime but am making a return. I have been asked to install a supply to an outbuilding consisting of lights and sockets. Load will be minimal, hand tools, log splitter etc. Can I utilise a spare MCB form the board or would it be better to...
  16. W

    Making off SWA

    Whats your preferred way? What you thinks easier? Any useful tools made for terminating it? My way is to score with a junior. Then when making off the gland I like to use an adjustable with slip joint pliers. Then when stripping the inner to reveal the conductors, I use bending and a sharp...
  17. M

    LED backlight for mirror

    been asked by the builder a work with to supply a LED backlight to a special sized mirror that they are making up. can you buy a LED backlight kit, any help would be good cheers
  18. R

    Third party Part P inspections

    Does anyone know what is happening with the new 3rd party inspection system that is coming in with the changes to Part P. E.g. how do I find someone that is allowed and insured to do the inspections?
  19. L

    NICEIC Certification Scheme Is it worth making the switch to NICEIC Approved?

    Afternoon fellas Being January and not as busy as normal I'm just thinking of idea 's to push things on and get more work, I've been non stop for the last few years but with more competition springing up I'm keen to keep busy . A question for the NICEIC Approved guys really, Is it worth the...
  20. B

    Now I know who is making money from Green Deal....

    Bit the bullet and decided to get Domestic Energy and Green Deal Assessor qualified. Today was the first day of the course. 15 guys being trained at approx £1500 each equals £22500 for the training company for a four day course.... Course seems fairly straight forward.....Doing an EPC looks...

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