Tools to get started

[pirate]

Kim Karda...oh, I can't spell it!

 

[telectrix]

magma tool bags and totes are mid-range value for money, and something like this is essential.

 

[RDB85]

magma tool bags and totes are mid-range value for money, and something like this is essential.

That looks interesting, what is it?

 

[Andy78]

That looks interesting, what is it?

Beg pardon ? What stage of your training are you at and what experience do you have ?

 

[RDB85]

Beg pardon ? What stage of your training are you at and what experience do you have ?

I’m finishing up my Level 2 course, industry experience is zero. But a quick Google search brings up a Voltage Tester. As I say I’m new to the industry.

 

[Andy78]

Well that's a voltage indicator. In your level 2 course you should have covered safe isolation procedure in both theory and practical, including the EAWR, HSE GS38, etc.

 

[RDB85]

Well that's a voltage indicator. In your level 2 course you should have covered safe isolation procedure in both theory and practical, including the EAWR, HSE GS38, etc.

We haven’t just yet, there is about 8 weeks left so we may cover it then.

 

[telectrix]

just be aware that you need 2 weeks learning to be able to do this:

 

[RDB85]

What’s the difference between the two Fluke:

https://www.screwfix.com/c/electric...rs/cat7910007#category=cat7910007&brand=fluke

 

[Andy78]

What’s the difference between the two Fluke:

https://www.screwfix.com/c/electric...rs/cat7910007#category=cat7910007&brand=fluke

£26.32

Specs listed here, but you only need a basic function for safe isolation.
You won't need one at all if you are still studying and not working alone.
T90/T110/T130/T150 Voltage and Continuity Testers - https://www.fluke.com/en-gb/product/electrical-testing/basic-testers/fluke-t90-t110-t130-t150

 

[RDB85]

£26.32

Specs listed here, but you only need a basic function for safe isolation.
You won't need one at all if you are still studying and not working alone.
T90/T110/T130/T150 Voltage and Continuity Testers - https://www.fluke.com/en-gb/product/electrical-testing/basic-testers/fluke-t90-t110-t130-t150

I may get one anyway.

 

[telectrix]

i rely on this. had it for 20 years. never failed yet. :

 

[telectrix]

and for more accurate measurement, this is the dog's bollox. and before anyone posts negative waves, mine's calibrated to July 2019.

 

[RDB85]

i rely on this. had it for 20 years. never failed yet. :

May I ask what model that is?

 

[telectrix]

fluke T3. now discontinued.

 

[Rpa07]

I’ve just bought some Bahco braces to hold up my heavy trousers - I’m quite looking forward to using them - not an essential but a couple of years down the line when you get to the end of a long day and your trousers feel like they weigh 400lb and they won’t bend at the knee to go up the ladder and you’re tripping over stuff - IS IT ONLY ME?

 

[Squid]

and for more accurate measurement, this is the dog's bollox. and before anyone posts negative waves, mine's calibrated to July 2019.

Used to test the wind up Megger testers on apprentice's ear lobes........

 

[Squid]

You need a decent set of pliers for the hard work then a "girlie" pair that floats in you hand for the easier fettling work.

 

['mr2'gd4u]

I beg to differ re not needing a voltage indicator, shouldn't Everyone ensure what they're working on is dead? Even the apprentice that been asked to work alone for an hr or so?? Never hurts!

 

[Deleted member 105166]

If you want a Fluke 2pole tester, don't pay those Screwfix prices, you can get the T110 for about £27 cheaper from reputable online dealer, less probably £6 for carriage.