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  1. Y

    Maths needed as a spark?

    Hi all I am potentially going to be starting an apprenticeship in September and wanted to know if anybody can tell me what specific maths I will need to know as an electrician? I don’t want to start and struggle throughout the programme hence why I’m asking now so I can get ahead. Thanks
  2. Y

    1yr apprentice looking advice!

    Hi, I am currently 1st year apprentice and im trying to get an edge on the theory side of things, what should I be learning to make it easier. Any help would be amazing, thanks!
  3. James

    Electrician Jobs Birmingham spark required

    I am looking on behalf of one of my customers they would like a regular 1 day a week visit from a spark to do fairly normal stuff. new sockets new lights replace failed equipment with new general installation work cable pulling etc. I am also wanting to find someone who I can pass on work to...
  4. D

    Training to be a spark

    Hi, I'm looking to become a qualified electrician as it would help extremely in my current job as a Gas and AC engineer. I've been looking around and basically want to know what the best route for this is as I am working full time. I was looking at places like ableskills and tradeskills etc but...
  5. B

    Has my spark done this correctly?

    Hi, According to John Ward’s YT video on SWA cable, if the cable is being attached to a plastic enclosure the metal strands of the cable need to be earthed, but it appears my spark hasn’t done this - is there a reason why or is it wrong? If so how should it be done? This junction box is...
  6. J

    Hello everyone, from spark in Devon

    Hello, Just joined as some threads catch my interest but could'nt see the pics. Domestic work only in Devon. Look forward to joining in.
  7. H

    Introduction, domestic spark

    Hi Thought it was about time I introduced myself, spark working in bucks. I enjoy reading the threads. Thanks
  8. NorthantsSpark

    Hello From Ex-Industrial Cleaner to Spark ⚡

    I just wanted to say a quick Hello to everyone. After several years now I've just left the specialist cleaning industry. Making a career move to become a spark. There was only so much enthusiasm I could have for spraying high concentration acid, climbing inside grease lined ducting in...
  9. J

    UK Can you still apply to spark abroad if your Ecs and regs are out of date?

    Hello all, I moved to China 6 years back for my wife’s work. Trades aren’t really a proper thing out here and there is nowhere to requalify and COVID has made it impossible to go home and re sit. I was wondering if I were to try and get work in another country, say Middle East or Canada, could...
  10. Rockingit

    Difference in a resistive and non-resistive spark plug?

    So I'm home servicing one of my Stihl machines (2 stroke brushcutter) and my local dealer apologised that technically it should take an R (resistive) type plug but they're hard to get at the moment and a non would work fine - what's the difference?? NGK BPM6A -v- BPM6(R)A
  11. M-B-Electrical-Services

    Hi all! Old(ish) spark looking to go it alone but unsure where to start?

    Hi. I thought I would introduce myself on here in the hope to gain some valuable information on setting out on my own. I'm 42 and have been an electrician for over 20 years in the commercial/industrial sector with a small amount of experience in the domestic sector. I was furloughed during the...
  12. M

    Spark needed in Huddersfield

    I need an electrician that knows how to provide feed for hot tub, 32 amp constant, 40 amp peak. Was going to get a friend of a friend to do it but he gets me to order gear then tells me he can't give me the ticket. So anyone who can terminate 10mm swa into an adaptable box next to CU, run cores...
  13. DannyJS

    Job interview for prison spark. Advice please?

    Morning, I have an interview for a local prison, position is maintenance spark (mate/supporting the electrician). Anyone on here worked on electrics in a prison before? I am after any last minute advice on what types of electrics are involved? Any nuggets of knowledge that would help me...
  14. Vortigern

    Electrician Jobs Portsmouth spark needed to check electric boiler out

    Ex has flat in portsmouth with electric boiler. Packed in quoted 3k for replacement. Need someone to check element to see if it needs replacement rather than replace whole boiler. Anyone up for that?
  15. T

    Want to start as a spark.

    First post guys, so treat me gently. I'm looking to change career in to being an electrician. I've been on and off assisting my old man with a wide variety of electrical work on my days off for the past 5 or so years, such as domestic installation and the odd bit of commercial installation. As...
  16. T

    Wasted Spark Coil Pack Fault

    Hi Everyone I recently had a coil pack fail highlighted by a misfire on cylinder 1. I took out the plug, turned over the engine and sure enough no spark on cylinder 1. I then checked the spark on cylinder 2 and it was perfect so i swapped the plug and lead on cylinder 1 and 2. The fault stayed...
  17. RutlandFox

    I Need Work Junior spark required part time derby stoke

    Pm me if interested for Saturday 5 and 12 Oct £110 per day, east midlands
  18. M

    Trying my best not to drop another spark in it

    Hiya lads I was asked to have a look at wiring in a recently installed kitchen as some of the appliances tripping the rcd when on. The kitchen was supplied and fitted by one of the national companies with a bird in its title /logo (shouldn't name and shame overpriced rip off crap). The customer...
  19. Jay 1987

    Electrician uses 1,000 volts to his advantage

    https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www.thesun.co.uk/news/9628217/electrician-wires-van-1000-volt-shock/amp Now he has copyrighted his electrical design, and is installing for £380. What’s our Thought’s on this ?
  20. M

    Spark J Electrician Glasgow

    Office Lighting Our team can advise you on the best lighting system for your premises. We have an extensive knowledge of the variety lighting styles available and give advice on what would suit your premises. Fire Alarm Testing We offer a full fire alarm testing package by our qualified and...

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