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    Induction hob tripping RCD in normal operation?

    Hi chaps, As some of you may recall, I posted a while back about a dodgy electrician who did some work at my parents place, including putting in a circuit for a new induction hob, as well as a board. He cocked a load of things up so following a complaint to the NICEIC, the guy came back today...
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    Drill bit storage box?

    I'm looking for something which can hold 5+ of each drill bit 1.0-10.0 and .5s between. Any ideas? Can't find anything online, or maybe I'm not searching correctly
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    wylex lock off, can things get any worse

    hi all, got my assesment tomorrow just sorting all my things ready and went to get my lock off device for the main switch for the wylex twin rcd 10 way board and guess what its dissapeared, anybody know of a supplier in the rochdale or oldham area where i can pick 1 up in the morning cheers
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    M&E Estimating Service - Manchester - North West

    Gents, I would like to my company to this forum.I am director of Lomax Estimating Services based within Manchester, I Provide a M&E remote estimating service to various contractors pre design and also design & build. If you require any further information please don't hesitate to contact me...
  5. Amp David

    Enrolled on 2392

    I enrolled on the 2392, realised i made a right cock up in doing so. Its a little too basic really, should of gone for the new 2394/95 course i think. Oh well, its another bit of paper for the records lol:angry_smile:
  6. SolarCity

    3 surveys in 3 days... things picking up?

    As title says, I'm going to my third survey in as many days tomorrow. Is this the sign of things picking up? Hopefully! Quoted two of them and their returns are better than they were two years ago.
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    Evoline worktop kitchen power units

    Hi, has anyone fitted these sockets, the customer is after something that pops up. just wanted to gauge whether there were any better or worse than others or anything i should watch out for. David (who is living with the in laws while the nice men knock the walls down in my house)
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    Commercial property

    Hi everyone, I've just been asked to do some basic fault finding on a lighting circuit in a commercial property, I've been working as a domestic spark with Elecsa for nearly 8 years and have always turned down commercial work that isn't covered by the scope of part p. Am I actually allowed to...
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    What ferrule and labelling kits/brands do you use?

    Just wondering what ferrule and labeling kits everyone uses? We have always used hellerman tyton ones but now im after purchasing my own i don't know what to go for. If anyone has a particular brand could you post a pic of a CU completed with it? Cheers!
  10. S

    solar pv installs & solar thermal

    Im currently in talks with a few companys to do there pv installs G83 & G59 in the uk, after these talks if successfull im going to require installation teams if interested PM me with your details if you have solar qualifications as you may be working with a team or on your own (maintanance)at...
  11. vjsmarwick

    what funny things have happened to you at work

    Just want to hear of some of your funny stories. I will start I was an apprentice and working with a right fine old spark we were doing a rewire in a house so everything was getting moved around. The woman had gone out shopping and her daughter with her the Daughter was a stunner about 19...
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    Leaving renewables for the time being.

    Hi all, just to let you know, well those of you who are left on here that is, that I also have decided to give up on renewables for a while anyway. It is such a shame, with all the time, effort and money that you put into a business only to have it taken away from you. I am pleased that I...
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    Could I get the regs on a couple of things?

    I was refurbing the kitchen and my housing officer has pointed out I am not a qualified electrician, so, could someone please tell me about the following: There is a drywall/cavity wall/partition wall between the kitchen and the livingroom. In the middle of the wall is a mains cable going from...
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    Things that p### you off before 09.00am!!

    just to add some amusement: 1 - wild bean coffee lid vent, MAKE THE HOLE PROPERLY!!! always have to open it up with a termi driver! 2 - screwfix!! and 3 - traffic!! lol
  15. M

    Looking for part time tutor possibly online help with formula things,,

    Im new on the site and just starting my level 3 2330, i would like to get up to scratch with the formula and need some help. Im in bournemouth please get back to me if anyone local would be willing to help, thanks Max
  16. keniff

    xs training

    hi guys anyone used the xs training centre thats advertised here? im going to speak to the college wednesday and to do the nvq 3 with them but it works out alot more! i need it to get my jib card as fully pledged so just need this nvq asap. or has anyone used a centre they would recommend? cheers
  17. myristate

    Socket shutters, Preventing accidents since 1947

    This is a prime example of why the invention of socket shutters in 1947 was genious! Even today in north america you risk been fried if you were to follow this helpful comment hahah
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    Cables and trunking

    I was always led to believe throughout my time as a spark that when installing T+E cables in airing cupboards and cupboards under the stairs etc that are generally fairly inaccessible, you have to put the cables in PVC trunking (or similar) for extra mechanical protection, you can't just clip...
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    Does my Irish Qualification allow me to work in Scotland???

    Hi All, I was working for an Access Control company for about 18 months and was told that my Irish Electrical Qualification was sufficient for me to do basic things like wiring spurs etc. I have recently started my own business doing CCTV,Alarms etc. I have found conflicting info about whether...
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    Better things to do?

    Bloke I'm working for has done a eicr I'm back to do remedial work. Turn up at 8am ring bell and nothing. Sort my gear out wait ten mins ring bell again no answer. Call the landlord get her phone number and call it at about 8.20. Lady answers yeah it's fine I'll answer the door. Now 9am...

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