Regulate_SELECT

We believe that our profession - Electrician - should be regulated by law. We hope you do too.

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Great interview with Bob Cairney on Fix Radio.

Follow the link to read the story and listen back to the full interview.

https://t.co/vXnQ2xulN0

@FixRadioUK

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“Believe it or not, anyone can set up in business as an electrician or electrical contractor in the UK and carry out work in people’s homes without having completed an electrical installation apprenticeship or having any relevant qualifications.

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“At SELECT, we’ve been campaigning on the issue of protection of title for nearly 10 years and there is a great deal of cross-party support in the Scottish Parliament. Everyone we speak to is shocked that electricians aren’t regulated – if you’ll pardon the pun.”

[Professional Electrician & Installer @proelectrician]

“Just hide it behind a fridge, no one will notice. Discovered on a recent inspection” ⚡️

Check out this #caughtoncamera sent in by Kevin Bailey 📸

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SELECT would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year when it comes! Our office opening hours over the festive season are below and the last day for stationery orders is Monday 16 December 2024. 🎅🎄

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Devasting impact of fire in a property due to an electrical fault...

https://t.co/mUoMYe7J1r

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We're continuing this week to shine a light on stories which show the dangers of electricity.

And not just in domestic settings as 269 electrical fires occurred in commercial properties (e.g. office buildings) are highlighted in this investigation...
https://t.co/omZVBd44yQ

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Tragic story about a house fire due to electrical work

"Investigators found an extension lead had been wired into a socket in the room where the fire started, where a storage unit contained items including a games console and a TV, the inquest was told"

https://t.co/LGBS7QPRio

[Professional Electrician & Installer @proelectrician]

“Spotted in the bar of a well known hotel in Dublin! C2 perhaps…?” 🔌

Check out this #caughtoncamera sent in by William M Culleton 📸

[Professional Electrician & Installer @proelectrician]

“While carrying out some fault finding, I found this at my customer’s property! Who needs those CPCs, or back boxes, for that matter?” 🔍

Thanks to Craig Crozier for sending in this #caughtoncamera 📸

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SELECT Member Rep @SELECTFiona & Tech Adviser Robert will be holding a Drop-In session at Galloway Lodge, Fleet Vale, High Street, Gatehouse of Fleet, Castle Douglas, DG7 2HP on Tues 3 December, 9am-12:30pm. Peter from @HispecElec will also be joining them to answer any questions

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A useful reminder that if you need an #electrician then make sure you use our handy postcode search to find a skilled @Updates_SELECT professional who can carry out work safely and to the highest standard.

📷https://t.co/lV5KrHpsCe

#StaySafe #BackTheBrick #FindAnElectrician

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It's great to have so much support for our campaign, including fellow organisations such as @SNIPEFnews

See who else is on our Wall of Support:

🧱 https://t.co/ok0ihq1r0R

📷 https://t.co/obCUmkNcnS

#backthebrick #regulate #Scotland

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"EAS supports the SELECT campaign to introduce “Protection of Title” which would ensure that anyone calling themselves an electrician in Scotland would have to hold appropriate qualifications."

🧱 https://t.co/ok0ihq1YQp
📷 https://t.co/obCUmkNKdq

#backthebrick #regulate

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You will find expert advise on cabling and ways to avoid strain on cables in our latest blog here...

👉 https://t.co/g03pHUgAFT

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⚡ We're proud to present our annual report video, showcasing the impact we've had as the UK’s leading charity for electrical safety. From awareness campaigns to life-saving guidance, see how we’re driving safety for everyone. 👉 https://t.co/6vWedR1qyF #SaferHomes #CharityImpact

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Thanks to Thomas Barlow and Scott Cavanagh for demonstrating their diverted neutral current fault board during our visit to @WestLoCollege today. It's an innovative way to get apprentices hands-on with the issue. A full report will appear in the next edition of cabletalk. #skills

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🔌🛠️ Calling for regulation in the electrical industry!

It's great to have so many MSPs backing our campaign for regulation in the electrical industry.

Learn more about our campaign as we promote safety & professionalism!

🔎 https://t.co/obCUmkNcnS

#BackTheBrick #Scotland

[Professional Electrician & Installer @proelectrician]

Caught on Camera | 23rd October 2024 📸

Check out our latest round-up of #caughtoncamera shockers ⚡️
➡️ https://t.co/hDGUcDXdlt