HazardEx regional training seminars – 2012/13 (18 May 2012)
Time & budget are not always in abundance, to recognise this and make access easier for all, HazardEx is pleased to announce that the very popular HazardEx in the Regions conferences are to return for 2012/13!
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This week’s big event – NICEIC Live South 2012 (17 May 2012)
Building on the success of NICEIC Live 2011, the 2012 event provides delegates with the opportunity to explore in-depth technical content and business advice, coupled with a large exhibition showcasing an exciting range of electrical products and services.
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Three-quarters of Brits need to get smarter (16 May 2012)
Approximately 37 million
1 Brits are missing out on vital savings of up to 4% on their energy bills
2 as they ignore the benefits of smart meters, according to new research from energy company, E.ON
3, which marks the first anniversary of its Smart Metering Centre of Excellence.
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Micro business apprenticeships hit by economic crisis (16 May 2012)
The economic crisis has hit micro businesses hardest in terms of apprentice recruitment, with over half saying the situation has limited or prevented them from taking anyone on.
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A ‘business tool box’ (16 May 2012)
Develop Training has launched a one of a kind new support service for independent traders across the board, including electricians.
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ESC launches free safe isolation iPhone app (16 May 2012)
A ‘Safe Isolation’ app has been unveiled by the Electrical Safety Council (ESC) as it aims to tackle the dangerous practice of working on live electrical systems.
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Marshall-Tufflex supports Sparks Apprentice Electrician 2012 (16 May 2012)
Competitors vying for the top spot in the Sparks Apprentice Electrician of the Year 2012 made use of cable management products donated by Marshall-Tufflex.
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Wales’ best electrician is named (09 May 2012)
Daniel Hughes from Tata Steel Strip Products UK has scooped the top prize in a quest to find Wales’ best electrician.
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'Reform of the electricity market' (09 May 2012)
Her Majesty The Queen has today delivered her annual speech at the state opening of Parliament. As part of her speech, the Queen announced that the Government will propose reforms to the electricity market. “My Government will propose reform of the electricity market to deliver secure, clean and affordable electricity and ensure prices are fair,” stated the Queen.
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Firms urged to pull the plug on £30m of wasted electrical safety tests (09 May 2012)
Unnecessary electrical safety tests cost office-based businesses an estimated £30 million a year. That’s according to the Health & Safety Executive who says it's a myth that every portable electrical appliance in the workplace needs to be tested once a year.
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