BS 7671 Amendment 4: do I need to retake my 18th edition?
With the previous version of BS 7671 now withdrawn, electricians are asking whether their 18th Edition ticket still counts. Here’s what you need to know, and what you need to do next The short answer If you already hold an 18th Edition qualification, you don’t need to retake the full exam for Amendment 4. Amendments […]
NAPIT outlines training support amid BS 7671 Amendment 4 rollout
Certification body and training provider NAPIT has outlined the range of resources available to its members to help them understand Amendment 4 to BS 7671 The regulation change took full effect on October 15, following the withdrawal of the previous version. NAPIT is supporting its members with a range of resources to help them understand […]
BS 7671 Amendment 4: what changes on 15 October?
Amendment 4 to BS 7671 becomes the only current version of the Wiring Regulations today (15 October). Here’s what that means for designs and contracts already under way The previous version of the 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations, BS 7671:2018+A2:2022+A3:2024, has been withdrawn as a British Standard. Amendment 4:2026, published in April, is now the […]
Amendment 4: are electricians ready for more connected installations?
From solar and batteries to EV chargers and smart technology, modern installs are converging fast. Darren Staniforth, Head of Technical Solutions at CEF explores what Amendment 4 to BS 7671 means for contractors As solar PV, battery storage, EV charging, and smart systems become standard features in modern properties, electricians are increasingly working on installations […]
New guidance tackles hidden fire safety risk in cable management
BEAMA has published new guidance setting out best practice for the design, installation and inspection of cable management systems to help the electrical industry meet BS 7671 requirements around the prevention of premature cable collapse in the event of a fire Marshall-Tufflex, a UK manufacturer of cable management products, which contributed to the guidance through […]
Fire Aware calls for higher fire safety standards across supply chain
Fire safety organisation Fire Aware is calling on those across the electrical supply chain to uphold best practice and prioritise public safety. Fire Aware CEO Gavin Skelly says those who adopt the highest standards of best practice should be proud of their stance as opposed to those who still cut corners. “There is a growing […]
SELECT and SJIB warn against rise of rogue training providers and fast-track electrician courses
SELECT and the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB) have issued a fresh warning about the dangers of rogue training providers offering short courses which claim to provide a fast-track route into the electrical industry. The two organisations say there is growing concern that people are being encouraged to believe they can acquire the knowledge, practical […]
Martindale launches electrical learning hub
A dedicated new resources hub on the Martindale website has been introduced to support students and apprentices as they start their journey in the electrical industry. As an industry leader in the field of safety and test equipment, Martindale has collated a comprehensive library of free essential resources, guides and downloads for electrical students, apprentices […]
Martindale Electric renews ‘STOP. No Check. No Contact!’ safety campaign
Martindale Electric is refreshing its ‘STOP. No Check. No Contact!’ awareness campaign, reminding electrical professionals of the dangers posed by unexpectedly live metalwork. Safe isolation remains the cornerstone of electrical safety, but Martindale warns that other potential hazards can still be present when working on electrical systems. A recent survey conducted by the company across […]
How students can get extra industry support through free NAPIT foundation membership
As young people across the UK receive their GCSE, T Level and A Level results, NAPIT Foundation is offering free membership to students and apprentices, giving young people access to expert technical guidance, educational resources, CPD and regular industry updates. Results day is an important milestone, and for those aiming to become electricians, it is […]