Check valves and non-return valves
The Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) point out the main differences
The dangers of lead solder
Where the illegal use of lead based solder is found by water suppliers who enforce the Water Fittings Regulations, they will require the installation to be cleared of all joints containing lead solder at the installer's cost.
”Don’t be douche about douches”
“With the increasing popularity of hand-showers in the UK, it is vital installers know the risks of fitting a personal hygiene device incorrectly and how to prevent backsyphonage,” according to Gareth Harris, manager of Water Industry Approved Plumbers’ Scheme.
Factory focus: Transparent boilers in Worcester
Each year groups of installers are invited along to Worcestershire for a look at how the product they recommend is manufactured. Joe Ayling reports.
OFTEC points way to apprenticeships opportunity
Government is falling a long way short of its target of three million apprenticeship starts by 2020
NICEIC launches online CDM course
NICEIC has launched an online course to help contractors understand their responsibilities around CDM requirements. Whilst the course is aimed at electrical contractors, it will also provide other trades, such as gas engineers, an overview of their legal requirements
NICEIC offer a new qualification…
...giving installers the competence to complete a biomass installation correctly
Allowing for pipe expansion helps avoid leaks
HPM technical expert John Love explores the key considerations when designing or installing a piping system, in particular to allow for pipe expansion
JTL Heating & Plumbing Apprentice of the Year 2018 winner unveiled
Dale Turner from north shields wins title
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