Guidance for contractors working safely in your home

Posted on 27th July 2020 at 16:13

A new guide will be helpful for businesses like MSE that are going into people’s homes to complete essential work.

‘Work Safe, Safe Work’ provides three-part guidance about what to do before, while and after contractors like us visit.

The Electrical Contractors Association (ECA) has worked with TrustMark and the Construction Leadership Council to create the guide. Here’s a summary:

Do you follow the Electricity at Work Regulations?

Posted on 13th July 2020 at 12:28

Business owners will know about their responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA).

However, the Electricity at Work Regulations add additional requirements for electrical safety.

Employers must make sure activities at work that use or might be affected by electricity are done safely. Any foreseeable risks must also be assessed and minimised, as far as possible.

Energy efficiency for privately rented commercial buildings

Posted on 22nd June 2020 at 13:53

Energy efficiency in our buildings is rarely as good as their designers planned. Globally non-domestic buildings account for more than 40% of energy consumption, so there’s plenty of scope for improvement.

Construction industry roadmap for the future

Posted on 15th June 2020 at 10:23

The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) published its ‘Roadmap to Recovery’ strategy on 1 June. The idea is to drive recovery in the sector and to help the wider UK economy.

As we move on from the coronavirus outbreak and the economic downturn that is expected to follow it, construction will have an important role to play.

Construction employs over 3million people in a wide range of professions and trades, including electrical installation and maintenance. It also exports valuable products and services.

Why climate change is making a difference to data centres

Posted on 25th May 2020 at 15:13

2019 was Europe’s hottest year on record.

Data centre operators will be amongst those who face major challenges as they prepare their facilities for the warmer summer months in the future.

Will all our homes become carbon neutral?

Posted on 15th May 2020 at 18:05

Will all homes in the future be carbon neutral?

In one initiative to bring this goal a little closer Schneider Electric is working in partnership with Sustainable Ventures.

Keeping your business premises secure

Posted on 20th April 2020 at 13:50

As companies across the country close down to help prevent the spread of coronavirus many empty business premises are vulnerable to break-ins and vandalism.

Of course, you’ll want to make sure your premises are securely built, maintained and locked, and that materials and equipment aren’t left on-site when possible.

Surveillance cameras and well-positioned lighting will also be important.

Thirteen tips to reduce electrical risks at home

Posted on 8th April 2020 at 12:27

We are all spending a lot more time in our homes. Here are some simple things you can do to minimise risks of electrical shocks, fires, and accidents.

Electrical risks at home

If you have unprotected contact with electricity it can cause a shock and burns, which could be fatal.

Household electrical accidents, including electrocutions and electrical fires, cause around 70 deaths and 350,000 injuries each year in the UK, according to the Electrical Safety Council (ESC). Almost half of accidental house fires in Britain are caused by electricity.

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Why is underfloor heating becoming so popular?

Posted on 25th March 2020 at 15:16

Underfloor heating is one of the fastest growing sectors of the UK’s heating industry.

It accounted for around 7.7% by value in 2019, according to a recent report which makes forecasts for the sector to 2024. It is expected to continue growing annually at 4 to 6% for the next four years.

Renewable energy for the NHS

Posted on 17th March 2020 at 12:06

From next month British Gas will provide 100% renewable electricity and Corona will provide natural gas to NHS properties across England.

NHS Property Services (NHSPS) is responsible for around 11% of the NHS estate. That’s over 3,500 properties amounting to more than 34million square feet; home to around 5,000 employees.