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#1: Knowledge of Electricity…<\/strong><\/p>\n

A good understanding of the basic principles of electricity is essential, from Ohm’s Law and resistors in series and parallel to power calculations and transformer theory. Including a good working knowledge of cable and protective conductor sizes as well as selecting protective devices their rating and types including the use of RCDs.<\/p>\n

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#2: Knowledge of the trade and its regulatory requirements…<\/strong><\/p>\n

Be fully conversant with the Requirements for Electrical Installations – BS 7671 and to stay up to date with any alterations amendments or newer versions. There’s also the Building Regulations…<\/p>\n

Part A: Structural
\nPart B: Fire Detection \/ Prevention
\nPart E: Sound Penetration
\nPart F: Ventilation
\nPart L: Energy Conservation
\nPart M: Disabled Access and Use
\nPart P: Electrical Installation Requirements<\/p>\n

Plus – Health and Safety at Work Act, Electricity at Work Regulations, Provision and Use of Work Equipment, PPE, Safe Isolation etc<\/p>\n

Basically everything that’s required in order to work safely<\/p>\n

#3: Knowledge of domestic installations…<\/strong><\/p>\n

The types of incoming supplies, earthing and bonding. What circuits can be used, rings or radials and where and what for. Cable sizes, protective device ratings and uses, and be able to show through calculations the reasons why any particular type or size of device or cable is used. Plus being able to wire anything that may be required in the home, from rings for sockets, radial circuits for lighting, including two-way and intermediate switches, showers, cookers, immersion heaters, alarm feeds, smoke detectors, and central heating system (Y and S Plan).<\/p>\n

#4: Knowledge of Electrical Testing…<\/strong><\/p>\n

Being able to verify that your work is safe and compliant with the Wiring Regulations is without a doubt the most important task involved in any domestic electrical installation work. And that’s why it’s essential that you can inspect and test any work you undertake. From the initial inspection and all the way through the dead testing to the live testing and then completing the relevant certificate correctly.<\/p>\n

#5: Knowledge of Business…<\/strong><\/p>\n

How you run your business and how the world sees it will ultimately decide whether you’re a success or not. Being professional and joining a Domestic Installers Scheme (NAPIT, NICEIC, Stroma etc). Finding, pricing and billing for your work, building customer referals and recommendations are often things that are overlooked but a vitally important if you want your business to grow.<\/p>\n

Take a look at our new Domestic Installers Workshop at www.partPtrained.co.uk for lots more information on the…<\/p>\n

Five Knowledge Traits of a Great Domestic Electrical Installer<\/p>\n

“Professional Domestic Electrical Installer’s Training with Seven Day Tutor Support – Start Today!”<\/p>\n

Includes: Three City & Guilds Courses and a Domestic Installer’s online Workshop visit <\/strong><\/p>\n

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