Electricians Forum - The Independent Forum for the UK Electrical Industry

Discuss anything (within reason!) that doesn't fall into one of the categories below. Whether it be industry related, or totally off topic, chat away in this forum. Please check your comments wouldn't be better suited to one of the categories below before posting here.

Discuss all aspects of wiring regulations and other codes and standards relating to the electrical industry in this forum.

Discuss problems associated with inspection and testing in this forum.

Discussions and Posts relating specifically to Portable Appliance Testing. Thinking of starting a PAT business? Post here

For electricians and those already in the electrical industry. Stuck on a problem ? Need some advice ? This is the place to ask a fellow professional who may have already encountered the same problem as you.

For DIY'ers (see sticky post !). Are you up to the job ? If you need advice on a simple electrical task, ask here. Check whether you should really call in a professional before risking tackling the work yourself!

Becoming more and more relevant. Discuss wind power, solar panels, generators etc. in this forum.

A very important forum for today's electricians! Discuss any health and safety aspects that have you concerned or confused in this forum.

All Posts related to running the Business side of things. Self employment problems, VAT, Inland Revenue etc. Contemplating entering the industry or considering going self employed? Discuss here.

Share your thoughts and experiences about the Tools, Products and suppliers in the Electrical Industry

Discuss your favourite (or otherwise) trade body here. Fees, Membership etc. Who are you with and why? Discuss it here.

Post your tools and equipment for sale here. Also the ideal place to advertise items wanted.

Anything that's not classified above

The new Electrotechnology qualification is due for launch in September 2010 and will be part of the Qualifications and Credit Framework. Does this affect you? Air your views here.

Problems, Queries and Comments concerning the City and Guilds 2382 17th Edition Wiring Regulations Qualification

Problems and Queries concerning the City and Guilds 2392 Level 2 Certificate in Fundamental Inspection, Testing and Initial Verification

Problems and Queries concerning the City and Guilds 2391 Certificate in Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations

Problems and Queries concerning the City and Guilds 2377 Code of Practice for In-Service Inspection and Testing (PAT)

Problems and Queries concerning the City and Guilds 2330 Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology

Problems and Queries concerning the AM2 Qualification

If it's not listed above, post it here

If you're seeking employment within the electrical industry, or are an employer looking for the right employee, use this forum to post your requests. Remember to include your qualifications, experience and requirements etc.

It's good to talk. Tell us a little about yourself here. Please use this section to introduce yourself after registering only.

Site news, what's new etc.

General Forum Rules and Etiquette

If you're a self employed electrician with your own website, or if you have a relevant website that is related to the electrical industry, then feel free to place a brief advertisement here.
All we ask is a link back to our forum for your link to stay active. If you haven't got a website, you can still advertise your business here.

We're grateful for any suggestions and feedback that will make this the most active and useful Electrician's Forum there is !