EAS Qualifications Guide Update
To support the release of the latest Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (October 2024), The...
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Taking the feed (supply) to a switch
In this video, Gary Hayers form Tresham College looks at the practice of taking a supply to a switch.
Trunking and IP Ratings
In this article, NAPIT’s Bill Allan discusses the application of the IP Code to cable trunking.
Cutting notches and drilling holes in joists
To comply with Regulation 522.8.14, no wiring system should penetrate an element of construction that is...
How do I determine an extraneous conductive part?
This article provides some simple guidance on how to identify extraneous conductive parts to help you avoid...
The height requirements for electrical equipment in...
This article will explain the requirements of BS 7671, Part M of the Building Regulations for England and...
An introduction to earthing and bonding
Earthing and bonding are two very different, but often confused, methods of preventing electric shock. The...
How do you select the right MCB or RCBO?
Technology continues to evolve in the field of low-voltage power distribution and protection. 30 years ago the...
Power factor correction – What is it? Why is it required?...
Poor power factor wastes energy and drives up costs, but what is power factor, why does it matter and how...
What is circuit protection?
Circuit protection, at its simplest, is the intentional addition of a ‘weak link’ in an electrical circuit....
The basic principles of electromagnetism
This article will provide a basic introduction to the principles of electromagnetism and electric motors.
What are the different types of circuit?
The key thing to remember when selecting the type of circuit for an electrical installation is the...
Checking continuity of a ring final circuit
The diagram in this article provides guidance for checking the continuity of ring final circuit conductors for...
What are the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989?
The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 expand on the rules regarding electrical safety in the Health and...
Installing an electrical supply to an outbuilding
This article looks at the correct procedure for installing an electrical supply to an outbuilding.
Comprehensive free learning platform launches for UK...
Accessible excellence for apprentices with an expanding library of bite-sized modules. Presented by industry...
Schneider Electric recognised by the World Economic Forum as...
Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has been...
Recolight announce two essential Lighting LCA training...
Recolight have announced a new webinar, and one day face to face training workshop, both focused on lighting...
NICEIC looks back on 2024 highlights of THE WIRE
NICEIC, the UK’s leading certification and training body for the electrical industry, is reflecting on a...
Marshall-Tufflex announces successful circular economy trial...
Marshall-Tufflex has partnered with NESCOT College in Surrey, to supply PVC-U conduit products to help with...
JIB Welcomes Wendy Alexander as New Chair of the National...
The Joint Industry Board for the Electrical Contracting Industry (JIB) is pleased to announce the...
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust trials new...
Innovations give patients independence to control their own room environment Technology roll-out carefully...
The JTL Group announces sale of Develop Training Ltd to...
The JTL Group, the leading provider of electrical and plumbing apprenticeships in England and Wales has...
NICEIC highlights industry opportunities during Green...
NICEIC, the UK’s leading certification body for the electrical contracting industry and wider building...