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available by enabling the performance of construction products throughout the EU to be assessed and compared irrespective of the manufacturer or country of origin. Since July 2016, the cable supply industry has


been working in a transition period which ends on June 30th. From July 1st 2017, cable with a Reaction to Fire, supplying electricity and/or signals, and used permanently in building and construction works for control and communication purposes, requires a Declaration of Performance (DoP) and CE Marking under CPR.


Such cable must meet European Standard EN 50575:2014, which specifies the test and assessment methods to be used for Reaction to Fire requirements. The results are expressed in a hierarchical series of classes (Aca down to Fca) It is the responsibility of the regulator or equivalent in each Member State to decide if a particular product shall be required to meet a specified class of performance when installed


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onstruction Products Regulation (CPR) ensures consistent information is


in a designated building or construction works. In the UK the authority is the Department for Communities and Local Government, and they have decided not to make any such specifications for cables. Nevertheless, there can be market checks by


Trading Standards and other regulatory type bodies, and there are penalties for selling product that is not CPR compliant. From 1st July The Approved Cables Initiative


will proactively police the market for non- compliant cable product and will bring to the attention of relevant UK authorities all breaches of CPR Certification and Approval. Wholesaler and Distributor responsibilities


are: ●Ensure relevant cable bought and sold is CPR compliant – where it is believed a cable does not conform, it should be withdrawn or recalled. ●Make sure cable sold carries the CE Marking (in accordance with CPR). ●Ensure the relevant DoP is available and has been checked.


●Where there is a risk and suspicion arises about a cable, it should be brought to the attention of the Department for Communities and Local Government. ●Ensure the storage and transportation of relevant cable doesn’t jeopardise its conformity with DoP. ●For own brand product, the wholesaler/distributor is subject to the same legal obligations as the manufacturer. ●When importing from a non-EU country, the wholesaler/distributor has the same responsibilities as a manufacturer and becomes the person first placing the product on the market.


CPR does not replace the need for cables to meet existing product standards and codes of practice.


A full description of the classes of Reaction to


Fire for cables, their meaning and significance, can be found in the BCA Guide for Specifiers which can be downloaded at:


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New partnership helps young talent to further their careers By Tessa Ogle, Managing Director of T


the Electrical Industries Charity


he electrical industry has a lot of aspiring, talented young people who


are building a career through an apprenticeship or engineering degrees and gaining the essential training and skills they need to flourish in the electrical sector. However, some young people within our


industry are struggling to continue with their chosen career and are unable to further their education due to unforeseen circumstances in their lives. Currently, around 30% of young stars within the industry are struggling with social issues such as single parenting, autism, dyslexia, caring for a loved one, serious illness and simply do not have the income to further their career. Apprenticeships are a vital part of the


electrical sector as they provide a means to train the next generation. In order to encourage and support those starting out in our industry it is vital we recognise their achievements and give


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them the essential support they need to further their career and achieve their full potential. The Electrical Industries Charity recognises the


importance of young people in the electrical industry and delivers the services to ensure they get the right support to create a promising career path through its Apprentice Support Programme. The support services that the Charity offers include career development and transition assistance, debt advice, financial assistance, legal advice, apprentice scholarships and bursary scheme, financial grants and assistance, and support for carers. As well as providing support through our


Apprentice Support Programme, we have partnered with the industry-wide initiatives such as the Electrical Contractors’ Association’s Power Players 2017 which aims to provide more support for bright individuals who are acting as positive role models for the future generations. Furthermore, we will be supporting the


winners of the ECA’s initiative to further their education by providing them with a scholarship grant, in return these exceptional leaders will support and mentor those in the industry struggling to complete their apprenticeships due to unforeseen circumstances in their lives. The new partnership with Power Players will not only recognise the achievements of young talent in the industry, but it will also provide a larger support network to those who need encouragement to continue with their education and become the leaders of tomorrow. With the continuing skills shortage in our


industry, it is more important than ever to invest in training, education and social support for young people in our industry. It is also crucial to provide them with the support that they may need to build a career they deserve and bring fresh ideas and impetus to the sector.


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