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SUPPORTING THE NEXT GENERATION MARTINDALE LAUNCHES ELECTRICAL LEARNING HUB A


dedicated new resources hub on the Martindale website has been introduced


to support students and apprentices as they start their journey in the electrical industry. As an industry leader in the field of safety and


test equipment Martindale has collated a comprehensive library of free essential resources, guides and downloads for electrical students, apprentices and their educators, in one central hub, so that all concerned can easily:


• Learn – build knowledge with practical articles and technical guides.


• Explore – links to key industry information all in one place.


• Test knowledge – with fun quizzes designed to reinforce learning.


• Download – access to free guides, posters and learning resources.


• Upskill – with essential safe isolation knowledge and advice.


“Electrical safety is at the heart of everything


we do at Martindale and supporting the next generation of electrical professionals is a very important part of that,” explained Steve Dunning, Managing Director of Martindale Electric. “With our recent electrical safety in the


workplace revealing 86 per cent of professionals have experienced at least one electrical incident, it’s imperative that students and apprentices get


https://martindale-electric.co.uk/electrical-learning-hub/


more safety insights to complement their electrical training, so the new hub provides easily signposted website access to our extensive library of guides, technical articles, posters and safe isolation materials.”


Learners can now take advantage of: • helpful links to key industry resources. • A library of articles and guides. • Fun quizzes to test knowledge. • Free downloads to support learning.


PUT YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD THIS AUTUMN A


s summer begins to wind down and tradies across the country prepare for the autumn


season ramp-up, Bobcat Safety Footwear has added the Delta Rockford to its range of safety footwear, a trainer-style shoe designed for indoor working environments across sectors including electrical, joinery, warehousing and facilities management. The Rockford has a dark grey finish and a


metal-free construction. It features a composite toe cap and anti-penetration midsole, providing protection without the use of steel components. The footwear is also water-resistant and breathable, with anti-static properties for use in workplace environments where these characteristics are required. Additional features include heat-bonded


rubber toe guards, reinforced heel and toe pulls and stitched athletic-inspired lace ghillies. The shoe is designed to provide durability for regular workplace use, while its trainer-style construction offers an alternative to more traditional safety footwear. The Rockford also incorporates Leaf Spring


Technology, a feature used across the Bobcat Safety Footwear range. The technology is designed to absorb impact and provide support during periods of prolonged standing and walking. According to independently conducted testing


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cited by the company, the technology provides 46 per cent greater shock absorption and can outperform leading competitors by up to 30 per cent. The Rockford carries an S3S SR FO rating.


This includes protection against a range of workplace hazards, alongside slip resistance and fuel oil resistance. Peter Lawson, Brand Manager at Overland


Shoes, the parent company behind Bobcat Safety Footwear, said the shoe has been developed with the demands of busy indoor working environments in mind. “Autumn can be a particularly busy period for


many trades and other professionals, with workloads increasing across areas such as facilities, warehousing and general contracting,” he said. “The Rockford combines the format of a trainer


with the safety features and construction expected from workplace footwear, making it suitable for professionals who spend much of their working day on their feet.” The Delta Rockford forms part of the wider


Bobcat Safety Footwear range, which includes footwear designed for different workplace environments and requirements.


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