Since my first tool video I did a few years back, I’ve had so many people ask me for a more condensed list of tools that I would consider as the essentials for an apprentice to buy.  This list is ONLY hand tools - not power tools like drills and saws.  Here’s my top 13 list.

Episode 42 - APPRENTICE TOOLS - 13 Tools Apprentice Electricians Need To Have

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Punching down and testing cat5 cables is something that a lot of people struggle with understanding so today I'm going to talk about what the various category cables are, how to decide if you need A or B configuration, and how to check your terminations with a tester when you're done.

Terminating/Testing Network Cables - CAT 3, CAT5, CAT6, CAT 7, CAT 8

I'm joined by Master Electrician Angel Savoy in this episode where we talk about a lot of issues surrounding women in the trades.  This is probably my longest episode so strap in for the next 2 hours, this one is great.

Thoughtfulness & Mindfulness - GENDER ISSUES IN THE TRADES

This video covers everything you need to know about working with EMT (electrical metallic tubing) as an electrician.  I cover the topics discussed in the national electric code article 358 on uses permitted, securing and supporting, and much more. This video is more of a code-overview of EMT, so let’s begin at the beginning of article 358 of the NEC with the uses permitted and not-permitted.

Working With EMT - ELECTRICAL METALLIC TUBING

In this episode, I talk about the top 10 bits every electrician will use on job sites. There are many other bits not included in this video, but these are definitely the most used.

Bits Electricians Use - 10 BITS YOU NEED AS AN ELECTRICIAN

A lot of people get stuck working a job they hate, because they aren’t passionate about what they do, or are not driven to excel at their craft.  Today we’re going to talk about what it means to be a craftsman and taking seriously the job that you do.

Episode 42 - APPRENTICE TOOLS - 13 Tools Apprentice Electricians Need To Have

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