What Scheme Provider? (with a different slant)

[Des 56]

Presumably any insurer would want to see proof of my certification etc

No they dont,they just want the £90 or so

 

[Octopus]

Elecsa will need to see your Certificate of insurance and the certificate of calibration for your tester.

 

[clicon357]

Presumably any insurer would want to see proof of my certification etc

No they dont,they just want the £90 or so

No problems giving the the £90 it's just which insurer to go with?????

 

[Engineer54]

Moving on a few years to now and I have completed my Level 3 2330 (in 2011) and the 2382 17th (in 2010). I am hoping to take the 2391 shortly. The were a few reasons for "getting qualified":

- I was fed up discussing things with different "electricians" at work and getting 6 different answers - figured I'd get qualified and make up my own mind with the benefits of some knowledge
- I've seen some "electricians" work and could do better blindfolded
- It would undoubtedly help me work safer, at work and at home
- To put on my CV, in the background I may at some time through choice or otherwise have to consider a career change


I have a fairly large property on which I wish to do all the electrical work myself. This involves a CU change to the main house, power to outbuildings, wiring in of standby generators etc, etc. It will keep me busy for quite some time. I am also considering re-wires to relatives properties etc. Note that this is not to make money but from a personal interest point and that I get a huge sense of satisfaction out of doing it.

My question then is what scheme would be best for me to join?
Thanks for taking the time to read this. Any comments would be much appreciated. Who, as in scheme provider, is the most approachable to discuss something like this?

Having read your OP, i can't really see the point in you going with any of the more expensive scam providers. You seem more concerned about being able to rewire your large property, and your relatives property, rather than needing a provider for your daily working needs. There is a new scam provider (can't remember the name now, but i'm sre someone will tell you here!!) that i think charge around 250 pounds, instead of around the 500 pound mark, but still provide exactly the same ''part Pee'' facilities as the other bigger providers. You can always change provider at a later date, think there's a discount when you do too lol!!

Oh, and well done, gaining your professional qualifications and your intention on gaining the C&G 2391

 

[trev]

The new provider is Stroma but don't expect a prompt response from them

 

[smiffy]

Any suggestions on companies to get the £2M Public Liability that ELECSA require? I know for instance that the NICEIC offer it at what seems to be a very reasonable cost "in house" but sadly ELECSA do not. Presumably any insurer would want to see proof of my certification etc. Thanks.

I'm with Trade Direct. All the cover you need with free tool cover for £8.39 a month
Trade Direct Insurance | The Construction and Self-Employed Tradesman Insurance Specialists | Liability Insurance | Van Insurance | UK

 

[clicon357]

I'm with Trade Direct. All the cover you need with free tool cover for £8.39 a month
Trade Direct Insurance | The Construction and Self-Employed Tradesman Insurance Specialists | Liability Insurance | Van Insurance | UK

Cheers for that' I'll try them. Not sure how they'll be as I'm not in the game as such though if ELECSA are happy to take me on guess that might help........

 

[growler]

dont bother with part p mate. i just say i have part p so i can get jobs. just string em along till u get ur cash and tell them they will recieve a cert in the post, just dont have a sign written van etc. most old people dont have a frickin clue anyways..

 

[trev]

dont bother with part p mate. i just say i have part p so i can get jobs. just string em along till u get ur cash and tell them they will recieve a cert in the post, just dont have a sign written van etc. most old people dont have a frickin clue anyways..

Please tell us you're joking

 

[telectrix]

me too.