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  1. S

    Hi, I'm back after 13 years

    Had to set my account up again, but I wasn't expecting to be remembered! This forum was enormously helpful to me when I had my first PV installation done. I've moved and things are very different now, so I am looking for advice please as it seems a minefield out there. I listed myself as a DIY...
  2. V

    Eicr recommended next test date 3 years due to plastic CU?

    Hello, I had an eicr done in 2021and it passed with four C3 items. They recommend next test date to be in 3 years instead of 5 on the certificate but did not specify a reason. I emailed them to ask and they said it was because consumer unit's enclosure is not fire-rated, there are also some...
  3. S

    Thx to the forum over the years

    Beware a little long. I served an electrical apprenticeship a long time ago, then went back to full time education immediately moving away from mainly domestic electricity work to jobs with greater reward (and interest), and not crawling around filthy lofts. There have been significant advances...
  4. J

    Meter type matching Re: certification years

    I have an electric meter manufactured by GEC which is type C11B2-H I would like to establish how long it can remain in service. The Office for Product Safety & Standards gives the years of service for different meters in their Schedule 4 list but it does not list mine: Schedule 4: UK...
  5. J

    Is 29/30 years age too late to start an sparky apprenticeship?

    Hi all. Apologies if this is a dumb question but I am wondering if anyone can confirm any success stories of someone who got into the trade at late 20’s/early 30’s? Long story short, I’ve recently come out of the forces and after a big chat with mates in different trades, they’ve suggested I...
  6. B

    2-3 years to be a qualified Electrician?

    I've seen you can qualify as an electrician in around 2-3 years. But my local college says I have to do 2x level 2 city and guilds, plus a level 3 then an NVQ. So wouldn't that be around 4 years? I feel like I am wasting my time doing a foundation level 2 in electrical installation, is there...
  7. RF Solutions Ltd

    Competition Time: Cheers to 30 Years! WIN an 'RF Beer Pack' from RF Solutions Ltd

    Win a FREE 'RF Beer Pack'! Send your 'toast' to 30 Years of RF Solutions to enter the draw On 16th December 2022, RF Solutions will be celebrating its 30th Anniversary. To celebrate we're giving away 12 RF Beers packs to 12 lucky Installers! For a chance to WIN, all you have to do is send...
  8. LandlordSafetyCertificat

    I Need Work New to this forum and with more than 10 years experience

    Hello everyone, We are new to this forum and providing our electrical services in London and M25 area for last 10 years. Looking to get more clientele. Thanks LSC
  9. M

    Anxiety about DIY 220V outlet I installed 14 years ago

    I live in ranch style home, basement and main floor. 14 years ago when I was young dumb new home owner strapped for cash I installed my own 220 outlet for the oven. I used overkill wire size (cant recall size but its more than I needed) and a 40 amp breaker. The wire comes out the fuse box...
  10. J

    I’ve been put on the ELA course instead of the City and Guilds?

    I’ve been in my apprenticeship for around 1.5 years now doing electrical engineering, I’ve been put on the ELA course instead of the City and Guilds. Few of the lads at work said I’ve been stitched up because no other companies will accept ELA, just wondering what’s the difference and am I...
  11. Rockingit

    Not done a domestic board change for at least 3 years…

    ….. which made doing this all the more worthwhile!! I lost count of the Henleys and Tails on the discard pile!! A bonus that I hadn’t expected was being able to put the PV meter in the board as well. That started off as an Easy+ dual RCD but using an additional busbar and adapting it...
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    Best Place to sell 2nd electrical products collected over years of over orders on commerical jobs. Most have never been used.

    Hi guys, A friend of mine who used to be an electrician until very recently has boxes and boxes full of commerical installation parts from all kinds of different electrical installation jobs he's in the the past few years Lights and all the various controls and switches that go with them. Alarm...
  13. H

    Why is a PMDC motor getting hard, when on load after 10 years of service?

    Why is a PMDC motor getting hard, when on load after 10 years of service?
  14. Simon-0116

    Theatre testing 3 years

    Hi testing a theatre. Took over job 4 years ago as test certs had run out. Did a full test every circuit in first year and now test 1/3 of all db plus all sub mains each year. Regs state 1 yr visual inspection and a test every 3 years. Due to corona they are looking if can do less testing...
  15. S

    Been a subby for a company for nearly 10 years and been asked to do this

    Been asked to now use a tracker on my own van while working for them. Feel this is totally unnecessary as it’s my own van and I’m self employed. Anyone have any thoughts on this?
  16. M

    UK Hello, I am very interested in becoming an electrician, 22 years old, TradeSkills4U 2365 L2 and L3.

    Hello there. I am 22 and would like to become an electrician. While searching online, I found the TradeSkills4U L2&L3 2365 qualification, worth £7490. I know it will NOT make me a qualified electrician, but I am of the understanding that I need that qualification to get me through the door. Can...
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    Fast track electrician qualification for someone with a Masters in electronic & electrical engineering and 12 years experience

    I hope everyone is well. I know fast track courses are frowned upon but it would be great to have people's constructive thoughts/recommendations on a fast track electricians course for someone who has a masters in Electronic and electrical engineering and 12 years electronic design experience...
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    Competent Persons Scheme and which is best.

    Hi all, I am new to this forum and as an electrician of 41 years circumstances are seeing me head in a different direction as far as work is concerned. Here is a list of questions (Sorry) Do you need test and inspect qualifications for competent persons scheme, although I have experience. My...
    • PJ SPARKY
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  19. N

    A bit of advice (12 years since doing level 2 course)

    Hello everyone, I hope you are all keeping safe? I'm after a bit of advice. I carried out my level 1 and then Level 2 qualifications and passed 12 years ago now!! Unfortunately (And my biggest regret) is that I took a job on and never finished my level 3. I would love to gain a full...
  20. D

    I am a qualified electrician working in Scotland. 27 years old, how easy is it to come to Australia and start working as an electrician?

    Hi there my name is david. I am a qualified electrician working in scotland. Up to date and got my 18th edition regulations qualification also. I work in domestic. Done house bashing 1st fix and 2nd fix for years and now mainly do contracts new kitchens. bathrooms and maintenance. How easy is it...
    • Davidm92
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    • ausie elec australia electrician old qualified qualified electrician scotland start working years
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    • Forum: Australia

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