[ Spotlight: ECA and ESC partnership ]
charity and the leading certification body, while providing clarity to the consumer and a consolidated voice to government on common issues.’ Tanswell commented: ‘With this
partnership, the benefits to the consumer and electrician are significant.’ He continued: ‘In particular, for the consumer it means more can be done to raise awareness of the benefits of using registered electricians and we’re delighted that this partnership ensures solid industry support for the charity and its work.’
Benefits for ECA members While ECA registered members will be included on the Register, the ECA will still be working hard to promote its members. The services and support that the ECA offers as the trade association for the electrical contracting industry will be the key differentiator that sets members apart when tendering for work. As such, the ECA will continue to run
dedicated campaigns to promote members and the association to the client specifier market and the wider industry, highlighting to clients that when they work with an ECA member firm they can be assured of: nBest practice – Members have been rigorously tested, both as a company and technically;
nPeace of mind – Guarantee of Work, Warranty and Bond schemes, Code of Fair Trading; and
nSupport – Members have access to education, advice, helplines, plus branch and regional support.
The ECA will continue its vital work for
members – providing essential services, technical expertise and a key voice in establishing industry standards and lobbying government on behalf of the sector.
What does it all mean?
Here we answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the new ECA and ESC partnership
What’s the benefit for ECA members? As an ECA member, you don’t have to do anything to enjoy the extra
promotion that the Electrical Safety Register brings. ECA members that have been satisfactorily assessed and hold a current valid certificate of registration issued by ECA Certification, ELECSA or the NICEIC for electrical installation activities to BS7671, will automatically be included on the Electrical Safety Register. As an ECA member you will also get: nTechnical assessment – The same assessment regime; and
nAssessment team – The same friendly service we know you value.
In addition, further benefits will be coming soon, including: nDeemed to Satisfy – The ECA is working towards developing a Deemed to Satisfy
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arrangement for eligible ECA members to be additionally recognised on the NICEIC Approved Contractor roll;
nSavings – ECA Guarantee, Warranty and Bond schemes will be recognised – there will be no need to purchase insurance backed warranty for domestic Part P work; and
nDiscounts –Access to discounted training courses and products.
What does the partnership mean for the ECA? This joint venture allows the ECA to focus all of its energies on the delivery
of valuable trade association activities and services that not only promote its members but also help them to operate. This includes the promotion of ECA members and all of the benefits clients enjoy from working with an ECA member. These include: the Guarantee of Work, Warranty and Bond
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