Episodes

  • SO YOU WANT TO BE AN ELECTRICIAN?

    SO YOU WANT TO BE AN ELECTRICIAN?
    Jan 17 2024

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    5 mins
  • Episode 74 - Ryan Dempsey on Industry Data, Competence and Standards

    Episode 74 - Ryan Dempsey on Industry Data, Competence and Standards
    Feb 13 2023
    In this episode Gary is joined once again by Ryan Dempsey. Ryan updates on the progress of his company TCW. They discuss the data collected on the industry and how that might be used. They explore what competence is and how the industry is reflected in data with regards to changes in regulations such as premature collapse in escape routes, 5 yearly inspections for tenanted properties, as well as geographical differences in how documents are completed.
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    39 mins
  • Episode 73 - Marcin Ruta on Arc Flash, Manufacturing Switchboards & Working at General Electric

    Episode 73 - Marcin Ruta on Arc Flash, Manufacturing Switchboards & Working at General Electric
    Feb 6 2023
    In this episode Gary chats with Marcin Ruta from Poland. They discuss his journey from switchboard manufacture with General Electric, to working at Eaton and onwards to his own consultancy. They also discuss what arc flash is and its impact.
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    36 mins
  • Episode 72 - Keith Jones on being a NICEIC Inspector, the Failings of the NVQ & Consultancy Work

    Episode 72 - Keith Jones on being a NICEIC Inspector, the Failings of the NVQ & Consultancy Work
    Jan 30 2023
    In this episode Gary chats with Keith Jones. Keith tells his journey from beginning his apprenticeship in the 1980's to moving into the field of education as a Lecturer, including the introduction of the level 3 NVQ. They discuss his time as a NICEIC inspector and how he developed himself from working on the tools to becoming a consultant and designer.
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    50 mins
  • Episode 71 - Darren Crannis on the ECA, JPEL64 and Leaving a Business Behind

    Episode 71 - Darren Crannis on the ECA, JPEL64 and Leaving a Business Behind
    Jan 23 2023
    In this episode Gary chats with Darren Crannis, Technical Manager for the ECA. They discuss his journey into the industry, setting up his own business and what support he gained from the ECA, to joining the team at the ECA and touring the UK with the ECA roadshow. They also discuss Darren's role in the JPEL64 committee.
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    41 mins
  • Episode 70 - Tom Brookes on Fire Engineers, Training & Competency after Grenfell

    Episode 70 - Tom Brookes on Fire Engineers, Training & Competency after Grenfell
    Jan 16 2023
    In this episode Gary chats with Tom Brookes. They discuss his route into the fire industry and his educational journey, from leaving school with no qualifications to completing a PHD. They also touch on competency including fire system apprenticeships. Tom discusses all about his work with various councils including BSI and being chairman of the Fire & Security Association.
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    41 mins
  • Episode 69 - Krish Theobald on Electrics in India

    Episode 69 - Krish Theobald on Electrics in India
    Jan 9 2023

    In this episode Gary chats with Krish Theobald, an electrical engineer from India. They discuss his journey into the world of electrics, his training to British standards and what some of the challenges are for projects and installations in India.
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    40 mins
  • Episode 68 - Louise Spokes on Linian and Marketing

    Episode 68 - Louise Spokes on Linian and Marketing
    Jan 1 2023
    In this episode Gary chats with Louise Spokes, Marketing Manager from Linian. They discuss her role within Linian, how they develop their brand and content whilst discussing marketing tips and tricks for electricians and companies.
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    32 mins