ETT Blog - May 2011

On the 20th April 2011, three ETT Training Officers ventured from sunny Northern Ireland to attend a course in Birmingham. Held by the IET in their Austin Court training facilities, the course covered the first amendment to BS7671:2008 (17th Edition Regulations)...

ETT are running two half day workshops on the first amendment - read on for more information.

Are you paying too much for your mobile?
Do you own an iPhone, Smartphone or similar mobile gadget?
Then you could be wasting almost £200 per year!

In the modern age of equal opportunities and fairness for all, when it comes to construction, trades and traditionally viewed "jobs for a man", it would appear we are not as open-minded as we might like to think...

ETT conduct annual First and Second year Apprentice Surveys, which provide us with feedback on the Programme and suggestions for improvements.

Each Apprentice received one entry into a Prize Draw to win a set of Stanley FatMax Screwdrivers - so who are the winners?

In 1859 Charles Dickens wrote the famous opening line in his book, A Tale of Two Cities. "It was the best of times; it was the worst of times."

150 years later, these words have much relevance to the present day electrical industry; very few remain untouched by the extraordinary global events. A year ago we were hopeful, confident and ambitious for an increase in tender opportunities and busier order books.

What a difference a year makes!

ETT's guide to looking after your personal finances.
Aimed at our apprentices but suitable for all ages, why not see if you can get your finances in top shape!

Free Financial Guide Download at end of article.

Essentially, the basic requirement of circuit protection is to protect cables and then the system and this hasn't changed. However, what has evolved is the demand for personnel and additional protection, with an increase in the use of integrated residual current protection and circuit breakers.