Portable Appliance Testing as a name is thought to give a misleading emphasis on electrical equipment that can be moved. In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment is the new name of the 5th edition of the code of practice and it is designed to help us avoid missing testing.

Having smaller class sizes can help learners by giving them more time with the tutor and helping to create a space where questions can be asked and further understanding of a subject can be explored.

There is no upper age limit to becoming an apprentice in the UK, a minimum age of 16 does, however apply.

When considering a career change it is important to fully understand what qualifications you will need and what sort of time commitment you will need to make before realising any sort of profit.

With demand for skilled tradespeople at an all time high we thought it was time we addressed some of the most common misconceptions and assumptions about electricians

Securing an apprenticeship in any trade is a huge win, but there are some simple things that all apprentices need to know for keeping that job!

“Making electrical training safer, smarter, and more inclusive — for today’s industry and tomorrow’s future.”

No doubt retraining is a big decision but hopefully these are some reasons to train to be an electrician in the UK and they will ring true for you!

The JIB recommend that all apprentices are assessed formally for colour blindness using the Ishihara test developed in 1917 to help detect red-green colour deficiencies.

Imagine an electrical training centre built by electricians for electricians, well now there is one in the West Midlands