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ECS Check welcomes 1,500th registration T


he Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) has announced Salford City Council as the


1,500th organisation to register for ECS Check. Launched in early 2020, ECS Check provides


a free-to-access digital solution that enables the industry to verify all electrotechnical personnel on-site throughout the supply chain. This has provided a simple solution, using the


recognised ECS card network, to give real- time access to help companies demonstrate the competence of their workforce and supply chain, in line with Construction Design and Management Regulations, recommendations of the Construction Leadership Council and Common Assessment Standard.


The system is also an example of how workforce


competence can be assessed which has been recognised within Working Group 2: Installers and BSI Flex 8670 for core criteria for building safety. With access to more than 150,000 valid card


holders in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, ECS Check is providing essential visibility on the competence of the workforce. The digital platform is also a Licence to Practise system for public


Martindale’s ‘winning tips’ for Non-Contact Voltage and Magnetic Field Detection


safely identify live wiring and detect magnetic fields in a range of applications. All models feature a bright LED torch at the point of measurement,


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together with both audible and visual indication, making them ideal for all types of work area including locations that are poorly lit and have a limited line of sight. The extended clear probe tip makes it easier to identify the source


of the live voltage or magnetic field through improved access and brighter indication. Both the NC2 Non-contact Voltage Detector and the NC4 Dual


Sensitivity Non-contact Voltage Detector make it simple to detect the presence of AC voltages in cabling, sockets and connectors. Martindale Electric said the sensitivity of the NC2 has been


optimised for 230V single and 3 phase systems making it ideal for identifying and tracing live mains cables in trunking and connectors. The NC4 features two sensitivity ranges which can be set


according to the application and is suitable for both mains and lower voltage systems down to 12V. The Non-contact Magnetic Field Detection capabilities of the NC1


Non-contact Solenoid/Magnetic Field Tester and NC3 Non-contact Voltage and Magnetic Field Tester can be used for checking the operation of relays and solenoid valves in a wide range of machinery. This feature


saves valuable time by allowing testing without having to dismantle equipment or control panels. For the dual function NC3, a bright red LED indicates voltage and a yellow LED magnetic fields. Suitable applications for both the NC1 and NC3 include


troubleshooting and servicing of control equipment in process industries, energy, transportation and pneumatic and hydraulic systems. The NC series is supplied with alkaline batteries and a comprehensive two-year guarantee.


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artindale Electric said its NC Series of Non-Contact Testers enable electricians and maintenance teams to quickly and


contracts in Northern Ireland, helping clients and employers raise the bar on standards for installation electricians. ECS Check does away with the need to send


and store images of ECS cards as the most up-to-date information is all at hand through one online system for both employers’ own staff and their subcontractors. The system is available both through an online portal on a browser and as an app for auditing personnel on the gate or for spot checks. Andy Reakes, head of growth at the JIB, said:


“This is another major milestone for ECS Check as it continues to establish the highest levels of on-site competency in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.”


Edwin James Group expands Academy programme with new training hub in England


strengthened its commitment to learning and development with the launch of a further purpose-built Academy hub in the Midlands. The hub will be the home of training


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in England and follows the successful launch of a centre in Scotland in 2021. The new hub in Derbyshire


features a classroom, a collaboration space, several e-learning rooms and an electrical training and assessment facility. It can deliver in- person and remote learning for the company’s employees. In addition to the hub, the group is


also launching 23 new in-person training courses to support colleagues in their career development and day-to- day roles, taking the total number of courses available to more than 170. Training courses covering topics


including people management, leadership development, safety, and functional skills will be delivered by internal and external training experts. The group has also enhanced its


talent development programme designed to support the next generation of leaders, with courses from the Chartered Management Institute and the Institute of Leadership & Management. Christopher Kehoe, chief executive


of the Edwin James Group, said: “We are always seeking to innovate and take a creative approach to how we deliver the learning and development that is vital to our future growth and success. By offering both online and in person training we can make our training accessible to everyone. “During the pandemic, we moved quickly to introduce virtual training to


ensure our colleagues could continue with vital career development and to ensure we didn’t lose crucial training hours. Despite the challenges, it’s been a time of innovation and progress where we’ve had to re-think how to deliver not only role focussed training but also much needed support around health and wellbeing.” Mr Kehoe continued: “Moving


forwards, we’re now able to support and encourage more face-to-face learning that can also help to develop some of the softer and more interpersonal skills that can be difficult to teach remotely. “Launching the new Academy hub


in England is a milestone for the group, making it much easier for us to deliver high quality, expert training to our staff wherever they’re located.”


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sset engineering company Edwin James Group said it has


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