Check valves and non-return valves
The Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) point out the main differences
The dangers of lead solder
Where the illegal use of lead based solder is found by water suppliers who enforce the Water Fittings Regulations, they will require the installation to be cleared of all joints containing lead solder at the installer's cost.
”Don’t be douche about douches”
“With the increasing popularity of hand-showers in the UK, it is vital installers know the risks of fitting a personal hygiene device incorrectly and how to prevent backsyphonage,” according to Gareth Harris, manager of Water Industry Approved Plumbers’ Scheme.
NICEIC launches online CDM course
NICEIC has launched an online course to help contractors understand their responsibilities around CDM requirements. Whilst the course is aimed at electrical contractors, it will also provide other trades, such as gas engineers, an overview of their legal requirements
NICEIC offer a new qualification…
...giving installers the competence to complete a biomass installation correctly
Baxi’s lockdown learning supports electrical safety
In response to upcoming changes that require Gas Safe engineers to self-validate that they can safely isolate the electrical supply to a gas appliance, Baxi has created a series of lockdown learning videos covering electrical boiler safety.
OFTEC points way to apprenticeships opportunity
Government is falling a long way short of its target of three million apprenticeship starts by 2020
JTL launches free online learning for installers
JTL has launched a completely free online resource called Toolbox, with information, training and guidance related to the sector.
Logic4training helps retail giant to offer complete package
13 fully trained building services apprentices are embarking on rewarding careers
