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How safe are socket covers for plug sockets?
Did you know the government doesn’t regulate plug socket covers? It is an emerging debate, over the necessity and safety of the socket covers which prevent children from sticking their fingers into the pin sized holes. What people don’t know is that British plug sockets already have a built in safety spring mechanism, which socket covers […]
Read moreTrusted traders and customer responsibilities
It’s important that trusted traders represent their trade well and to help stop rogue traders from tarnishing their reputation. It’s also crucial that the public communicate well with tradespeople and pay on time. However, tradespeople should also be aware of the cowboy customers. Traders responsibilities If you are a tradesperson, present your qualifications to your customers, be proud of […]
Read moreElectrician Courses 4U sparks a new career
Here at EC4U, we love hearing what our customers have gone on to achieve after completing their courses with us. Whether it’s starting their own company and landing their first big job or securing a job within a big corporation, they are all exciting steps in their new career. Three years ago, moving from a job […]
Read more17th Edition Amendment 3 calls for metal clad consumer unit
17th Edition Amendment 3 of BS 7671:2008 came into effect in July 2015 and stressed the importance of enhanced fire risk protection. 1st January 2016 marks the implementation of the switch to metal clad consumer units for all new electrical installations and designs. It is covered in chapter 42 and under the new addition of Regulation […]
Read moreElectrical Fire Safety Week
Electrical goods are an integral part of our everyday life, but have we forgotten about the potential dangers they hold? When items are faulty, damaged or left unattended, they become a greater threat to our safety. Each year there are on average 350,000 people who are seriously injured and 70 people killed from electrical accidents […]
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