Apprentice 121 Podcast

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Apprentice 121 Podcast episodes

June 06, 2023 Why do we need to do electrical design aka 2396. Are more level 4 courses on the way???
We discuss why design is so important with electrical systems. From the rule of thumb approach to software and direct calculation!
Design is a part of the apprenticeship and full time routes we also have the level 4 2396 to consider as well.
We had a mini brain wave during this podcast and will be structuring something on the next one!
Massive thanks to the superstars of the show Craig and Richard. I merely press record and publish the episode! Legends.
55 min
May 28, 2023 The best way to train as an electrician - all routes to qualification THE FACTS...
What is the best route to qualify as electrician and get a gold card? A question I get asked daily. It is such a tricky one to cover as it varies around all regions of the UK.
I discuss the key options available to you and how they map out with employers and training providers.
Please check out the links below for full details and some of the free support for trainees.
https://www.electricalcareers.co.uk/joining-the-industry/training-routes/
https://www.jib.org.uk/
https://www.ecscard.org.uk/
https://r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/36MP-CXA/student-application-form
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmH9pe0TqqE
43 min
May 05, 2023 From apprentice to business owner in 10 days! Kyle Gamble explains
Inventor of the @SuperRodUK Duoxim Arbor and now Arbor Max joins me to talk about the development of the product and his business K G Electrical contractors.
Really interesting to learn the process and journey people go on from apprenticeship to business owner and inventor!
Kyle is doing brilliant things in his business in the garden lighting space. You can find him below
https://www.instagram.com/kgelectrical_contractors/https://www.kgelectricalcontractors.co.uk/
Details of the product are on the Super Rod website below
https://super-rod.co.uk/duoxim-arbor-max/
Available from CEF branches in 400 locations, or any other wholesalers via Greenbrook Electrical, simply ask for SRDA2
Also available online:
https://mastertrade.co.uk/super-rod-srda2-hole-enlarging-arbor.html
The link to news about the Royal approval for the apprentice standard is here https://www.the-esp.org.uk/2023/05/04/electrotechnical-apprenticeship-sets-gold-standard-for-green-skills/
31 min
April 27, 2023 Electrician to INVENTOR with Wayne Draper creator of the Super Rod R1R2 Link
Wayne is a lecturer, electrician and product inventor! In this one we cover his background, the awesome invention he created and the journey from the kitchen table to international distribution!
@SuperRodUK are now working with Wayne and his team to take this forward in 2023.
We also get into Waynes views on the training regime in and throughout the UK with differences from region to region.
You can find out more about the R1R2 link lead here https://super-rod.co.uk
41 min
April 14, 2023 How to qualify as a Solar PV Installer with Gavin Hyde
Gavin from Sulis electrical joins me to discuss his journey through training in the solar industry, through MCS registration into the world of installing renewable systems!
I learnt a lot on this myself and is great insight for anyone working towards MCS registration as Solar and Battery storage providers.
We also had a chat around EV charge points and how that works into the renewables arrangements.
Paperwork and costs are featured throughout the discussion!
I have to thank Gavin again for taking the time, I loved the chat and is further evidence of the huge pool of awesome people we have in the electrical community.
You can find Gavin here:
www.sulis-electrical.co.uk
https://twitter.com/SulisElectrical
56 min
April 06, 2023 What are electricians qualifications - how are the made - Kevin from EAL explains!
EAL are an awarding body for electrical, mechanical and construction sectors.
Kevin Sparrow joins me to explain about his background, what EAL is, what it does, how it compares to city and guilds and much more!
We also cover new breaking news around the new electricians apprenticeships and developments of battery storage courses.
I absolutely loved my chat with Kevin and learned a lot!
Go check out:-
EAL here https://eal.org.uk/
TESP here https://www.the-esp.org.uk/
NET here https://www.netservices.org.uk/
Huge thanks again to Kevin for being an awesome guest and taking the time to help explain what goes into all this for apprentices, trainees and sparks alike!
#apprentice121
51 min
March 24, 2023 Game over NEW TPN RCBO and everything you ever need to know about EV - Proteus explain
Brand new industry leading NEW product alert! For those in the EV/PV space this is a total game changer. 4 pole RCBO that fits in a normal TPN way on a spine board!
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/proteus-switchgear_device-rcbo-electrical-activity-7042057341717880832-cBKE?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
Chris Kitching from Proteus EV joins me to discuss the issues around RCD, PEN fault and much more when dealing with EV installations.
We get to hear about the awesome approach Proteus take is supporting electricians and contractors to achieve high quality and compliant installations.
Check out the YouTube with Kieran here https://youtu.be/nnXzLtlzKmQ
Proteus can be found here!
https://imdivision.co.uk/proteus
https://www.linkedin.com/company/proteus-switchgear
58 min
March 16, 2023 How to stand out as an electrician... EAL/City and Guilds 2396 - Explained
We run through the very low numbers enrolling on the Design, Erection and Verification (2396) course. With only around 30-35% passing the course. We discuss possibly using this course more widely in industry in particular for Qualified Supervisors in CPS bodies. We also talk about the difficult aspects found on the course, some of the things to be aware of, costs, time frames and loads more. We even have a go at one of the questions! Huge thanks to :- Craig Buist, Jamie Blatant, Richard Harvey and Mark Allison for getting together and having a chat on this one. Link to the course at city and guilds below https://www.cityandguilds.com/qualifications-and-apprenticeships/building-services-industry/electrical-installation/2396-design-erection-and-verification#tab=information&acc=level4
54 min
March 06, 2023 How to start business as an electrician and join NAPIT - NICEIC
For those looking to start up in business as electricians! I have put this little video together to help those moving into working for themselves. Full disclaimer this is not the advice of a business coach or guru! It is just the experience and advice from someone who has been a micro business owner for a number of years. I cover, joining a CPS, insurance, tax, company formation, marketing, CRM, information management and banking! Hope it might help one or two as a few people have asked
https://www.napit.org.uk/downloads/scheme-rules-requirements.aspx
https://www.niceic.com/join-us
https://www.hse.gov.uk/simple-health-safety/policy/how-to-write-your-policy.htm
https://open.spotify.com/show/6Kuhg4HdtJEzzGGGmW9ieH?si=eec26d4306f84b1b
https://www.youtube.com/@electrician247
33 min
February 24, 2023 Day in the Life of an Apprentice Electrician | Should you become an Apprentice in 2023?
Mattie and Nathan join me for a quick chat to test out the audio and video in the new recording area! Improvements are needed on that front but I am pleased to report things do get better lol. Hope you like it.
16 min

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Multi award winning UK electricians podcast dedicated to apprentices, trainees, trainers and employers. Discussing topics from 2391, AM2, NVQ, 2365, 8202, employer support, apprentice tips, career stories and much much more. Lots of fun and technical chat all rolled into one podcast.