As the title says, wanted to say hello to everyone :)
I'm a mature student at college I completed C&G 2365 level 2 and started back last week studying for my level 3.
Managed to get my cscs card as well.
I've applied for the trainee forum access so hopefully see some of you in there :)...
Ok , so i completed 2365 level 3, and also 17th edition. At my place of work , I'm the go to guy, as well as another very experienced electrician, to do the electrical work. They don't seem to have a problem with me not having the nvq completed ( maybe naive) . I've had some issues with a new...
I am an electrician of some 30 years in the industry, and would like to introduce a new product that I have recently brought to market.
Invented and developed over the last couple of years, I wish to gather the thoughts and opinions. Both good and bad of the electrical installations community
Hello,
I am new member here - Sam.
I am enthusiast DIYer and IT engineer by profession so understand quite a bit about technology and electricity in general.
I have joined forum to get some advice and clarifying a doubt before I put underfloor heating in one of the rooms.
I'll post a question...
Hi forum, my name is Andy, I've just started my full scope electricians course, witch should last about 18-24 months while I'm working full time. I look forward to meeting new people in this forum, and hopefully be able to aid each other as we progress though our new careers.
hi guys, just a quick hello from a new member. I've just started my full scope electricians course, and was looking for a forum with experienced guys who might be able to offer help or advice along the way.
cheers!
Hi guys I have been thinking about going out on my own for a while now and I feel like I've had enough of working for the all important boss man, i was just wondering if any of you had any advice or help on going out in my own. All comments great appreciated thanks.
Hi,
I've just joined the forum.
Not qualified yet but hoping to start a course soon at the ripe old age of 41.
Complete career change.
Looking forward to being part of the forum.
Regards,
Lee Harrison
Hello everyone.
I am originally maintenance electrician who decided to work for myself about 6 months ago after getting fed up of working for others.
I started my apprentiship in 1994 in France in a company building special purpose machinery for industrial joineries and the automotive industry...
Hey everyone,
I'm new to this forum so don't know what to do exactly but I'm sure I'll figure it out and help people where I can.
As for now it is me that needs the advice and it may sound a bit stupid...
Now doing a CU upgrade in an old terraced so if my training was correct I need to do an...
Hi there!
I'm new to the forum and would like to introduce myself to everyone. My name is Chris and I work as a self-employed electrician in East Sussex (UK) on predominantly domestic properties, but I have also done a little work on commercial and light-industrial systems in the past...
Hi All
Nice to meet one and all
Ill keep this short and sweet.
Been in the trade a long time. Forgotten most of what I learnt over the years due to working to much and playing just as hard. I now refer to the youngsters for answers who know absolutely everything.:D
But I remember the bit...
Hi All,
I initially trained electrical engineering in the Royal Navy (15 years) in a mixture of heavy plant and nuclear instrumentation. My career path then took me along a different route in electronics and software development and I eventually lectured in these areas.
My interest in this...
After a long break from the industry I am returning part time and have just passed the written exams and multi choice exam for the 2394/5. so i only have my practicals next week then all done and dusted.
Going to use Stroma as an accredited organisation.
Just need to earn a bit now to pay off...
Hi all, I joined up a while ago and really enjoy reading through the forum and building my knowledge as an electrician as there's some super clever sparks on here with some great info and advice!
I've finally got round to introducing myself.
I started my time as a carpenter for 5 years and...
Merry Xmas to me,
Thought I would treat myself the weekend just gone so got myself a Samsung 55" Ultra Hd Hdr smart tv and I have to say it is a great improvement on my last one.
Planet earth was very impressive on it on Sunday.
Anyone else buying themselves a present.
Evening everyone,
What is everyones thoughts on labour rates that you would charge out if you were a business? I have recently started a company quoting for small jobs and charging myself out at £25ph. I live 20miles north of london. Would you agree that this is an acceptable rate?
Thanks
Liam
Hi- I am about to undertake a 4 Bed newbuild in North London, for my own accomodation when finished- which is being run by a contractor on my behalf as I am not an experienced project manager. I have been wiring up my own building projects with for some time, but nothing on this scale- and last...
Hi,
Just a quick note to introduce myself, my name is James,i'm a 33 year old film technician but have decided to retrain as an electrician, just started my 2nd year at Brighton college. Finding it quite daunting but interesting at the same time. Thanks for taking the time to read this!
All the...
Just saved myself a fortune.
Did some searching around in the loft and what do you know !!
Found an old regs book and guess what ! it's a yellow one.
Phew just saved myself a few bob with the scam assessor due next week.
Now all I have to do is poke him in the eyes before he does his paperwork...
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