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  1. S

    Starting out tools list

    Hi I am about to begin an apprenticeship with a local company. I need to build up a basic tool collection but will need to start from scratch. ive found one overall CK set and wondered if anyone had any experience or advice on the kit. many thanks Junior hacksaw, 7.5m (25') ST tape measure...
  2. F

    Just starting out - advice appreciated, banter gratefully received!

    Hello chaps I'm an ex-RAF engineer (electronics - TG3/4 for anyone ex-RAF), and then moved to offshore as a geophysics engineer (that was more a multi-skilled role involving hydraulics, electrical, compressors, electronics, IT, sat comms etc) on a ship. After taking voluntary redundancy...
    • fall-apart-dave
    • Thread
    • advice appreciated out received starting
    • Replies: 22
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  3. J

    Bipassing Starting circuit cut-off relay 2000 Yamaha FZS600

    I want to remove and bi pass the circuit completely, I know its possible to trick the bike into starting by simply bridging the wires at the switch but I need to drastically shorten the loom so this really isn't an option. I have a diagram in pdf form which I will post later but for now I'm...
  4. J

    Starting city and guilds level 2 and 3 soon

    Hi I am starting my level 2 and 3 c&g course on the 15th of February which i have worked 7 days a week and paid alot of money for but I have no experience in electrics I am hoping someone can help me with this if they have any weekend work going nights or days in Kent or London area I live in...
    • Jackmcleod89
    • Thread
    • anyone city and guilds course electrical guilds level level 2 starting worked
    • Replies: 27
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
  5. J

    New member starting c&g level 2 and 3 need advice

    Hi Basically I have no electrical experience but I have worked nearly 7 days a week for the last 6 months doing 12 hour shifts (out of my house 14 hours!) To save up to do a full time electrical course starting on 15th Feb, I am just looking for any advice to get a good start as I've worked...
    • Jackmcleod89
    • Thread
    • advice c&g level level 2 member new new member starting
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
  6. P

    Generator Vs Combi Fridge/freezer

    Hi I am currently out in Africa experiencing horrendous power outages. I therefore have the need to hook up my DEFY combi fridge/freezer (model DEFY DAC512) to a small standalone backup generator from time to time. It is important to have the backup power option as the fridge houses livestock...
  7. B

    Starting out

    Hi everyone, By way of introduction, I have been designing electrical enclosures for many years but my new job requires me to hold certain qualifications. I have passed the 17th edition exam and I am taking the test and inspection next. My reasons for joining the forum is to get as much...
  8. L

    Opel kadette 1994 starting problems

    Hi guys! I'm having a problem with this vehicle. I have some electronic skills but not much with automotive..This vehicle cranks,ignition lights comes on,coil sends signal through pluck to distributor,but no spark at the plucks. What I have notice is,there is no signal when you put the ignition...
  9. M

    Starting my business soon but cant think of a name..

    I need catchy names small and amazing but cant think of one..soon as it comes to names il be there for months any ideas guys! Electrical security systems data fire alarm systems etc
    • Mike Blair
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    • business starting
    • Replies: 24
    • Forum: Business Related
  10. N

    Working out charges

    Hello, just wondering how folks are working out their rates. I realise you work out what you want to earn per year and the total overheads of your business, add these two together and then divide it by the amount of hours you will work per year to arrive at an hourly rate. My questions are: 1...
    • Nuspark
    • Thread
    • charge charges electrical work hours out starting working
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Business Related
  11. M

    im starting my 2395 soon what should i revise from now till then

    alright guys im doing my 2395 at the end of july what should i focus on now till then
  12. Marc Lajevardi

    the most important tools for starting off!

    Hello! im in the middle of building my tool kit and was wondering what are the most important tools yous would recommend to get first? I have things such as a cordless drill, drill bits, the VDE screw drivers and snips etc, stapler, tape, hammer and of course a box to keep them in! Thanks
  13. NDG Elecs

    AMD3 Metal Clad is starting to irk me...

    So, lots of discussion already had about this, and I am firmly and tightly in the nowt bleeding wrong with insulated CUs camp. But I am starting to give customers the option of metal clad or plastic and the implications of it all...and I gotta say I am starting to get well and truly sick of...
  14. S

    JOB OFFER (-: (opinions and info please)

    (adblock disabled on this site, happy to help (-: ) Hi all, havent posted for an age, but check in a couple times a week and see whats going on. 4 weeks ago I contacted the head electrical guy at our local council and asked if they take on Trainees, the answer was not at the moment, but we...
    • SPARK2B
    • Thread
    • apprenticeship college electrical work going level offer please starting
    • Replies: 22
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  15. G

    starting out working for myself

    hi guys electrician based near glasgow been looking into starting up myself,any other local guys been looking into this? help/chat would be great thanks
    • glendeveronltd
    • Thread
    • electrical work local looking myself out starting working
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  16. D

    Requirements for starting out on your own

    Hi, I've looked through quite a few of the business related threads and couldn't see anything that related to what you need (with regards to registering with regulatory bodies, NIC EIC etc) for starting out on your own. If this thread currently exists can someone point me in the right...
  17. marconi

    The importance of proving de-energised(isolated/dead) before starting work.

    This is my first post as a new member. I am a stickler for safety, in particular proving wiring and terminals are dead before starting work. Here are two instances demonstrating the importance of proving isolation before touching any electrical conductors. I found them both in one flat I...
  18. M

    19 years old starting off

    Alright guys. Im 19 and i have just finished college doing my 2365 level 2,3 and 17th edition. i have had one years and a half's worth of experience but because i cant seem to find work at all. i have a megger mft 1553 and tools I got offerd a 5.5k lone by the job center and they said for...
    • Mike Blair
    • Thread
    • off old starting years
    • Replies: 26
    • Forum: Business Related
  19. P

    2394/5 course!

    Hi, I'm struggling to find somewhere in the Northants area that do a 4/5 day 2394/5 course. If anyone knows of a company that does I'd be grateful to here where.
  20. M

    Tips starting off.. stuck in a catch 22..

    Alright guys i'm in an annoying situation here. I'm 19 and i have my level 2,3 city and guilds 2365 (3 years two days a week at college.....)and 17th edition. I get work as an electricians mate time to time but its simply not enough. i have had about 1.5 years worth experience can do alarm...

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