Tools to get started

[RDB85]

Wiha screwdrivers are what I use.


You will also need a hacksaw and measuring tape.


When you say you got knipex pliers, did you get gland pliers?

This is the Knipex set: KNIPEX 26 16 200 €“ Needle Nose Pliers With Cutting Edge VDE Tested | eBay - https://www.ebay.co.uk/p/KNIPEX-26-16-200-%C3%82-Needle-Nose-Pliers-With-Cutting-Edge-VDE-Tested/28019048214?iid=112579887563&chn=ps

 

[telectrix]

gland pliers. he needs bahco for that. they don't slip and pierce your skin.

 

[telectrix]

gland pliers. he needs bahco for that. they don't slip and pierce your skin. and as for sidecutters and pliers, bahco or NWS are my choice weapon.

 

[RDB85]

These okay: https://www.screwfix.com/p/nws-classic-plus-water-pump-pliers-240mm/1428g

 

[RDB85]

Also, would anyone be able to recommend a good tool bag, please?

 

[pirate]

Kim Karda...oh, I can't spell it!

 

[telectrix]

magma tool bags and totes are mid-range value for money, and something like this is essential.

 

[RDB85]

magma tool bags and totes are mid-range value for money, and something like this is essential.

That looks interesting, what is it?

 

[Andy78]

That looks interesting, what is it?

Beg pardon ? What stage of your training are you at and what experience do you have ?

 

[RDB85]

Beg pardon ? What stage of your training are you at and what experience do you have ?

I’m finishing up my Level 2 course, industry experience is zero. But a quick Google search brings up a Voltage Tester. As I say I’m new to the industry.

 

[Andy78]

Well that's a voltage indicator. In your level 2 course you should have covered safe isolation procedure in both theory and practical, including the EAWR, HSE GS38, etc.

 

[RDB85]

Well that's a voltage indicator. In your level 2 course you should have covered safe isolation procedure in both theory and practical, including the EAWR, HSE GS38, etc.

We haven’t just yet, there is about 8 weeks left so we may cover it then.

 

[telectrix]

just be aware that you need 2 weeks learning to be able to do this:

 

[RDB85]

What’s the difference between the two Fluke:

https://www.screwfix.com/c/electric...rs/cat7910007#category=cat7910007&brand=fluke

 

[Andy78]

What’s the difference between the two Fluke:

https://www.screwfix.com/c/electric...rs/cat7910007#category=cat7910007&brand=fluke

£26.32

Specs listed here, but you only need a basic function for safe isolation.
You won't need one at all if you are still studying and not working alone.
T90/T110/T130/T150 Voltage and Continuity Testers - https://www.fluke.com/en-gb/product/electrical-testing/basic-testers/fluke-t90-t110-t130-t150