Explore the new ECS cards for the building controls sector
The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) has launched a series of new ECS cards for the building controls industry. Following the launch of the Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) apprenticeship standard, an occupational qualification structure was developed by the building controls industry, following feedback from the Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA), employers, training providers and other […]
CEDIA supports its members in demonstrating smart home competency
CEDIA has launched a promotion to support members in demonstrating their competency and professionalism to the wider construction community. Running until 31 October, CEDIA is waiving the card application fee for an ECS Home Technology Integrator card. The ECS Home Technology Integrator card was launched after the Joint Industry Board (JIB) and CEDIA worked together […]
2021 Annual Review showcases role of ECS in upskilling the industry
The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) has released its 2021 Annual Review. Around 175,000 electrotechnical workers are proud to hold an ECS card, and 2021 was a positive year for ECS as it continued its work with other industry organisations to launch vital services and initiatives to the electrotechnical sector and critically enhance experiences for its […]
ECS offers greater recognition for professionals and professional memberships
The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) has announced recognition for a greater number of professional organisations, offering greater flexibility to individuals applying for ECS cards. Professionally Qualified Persons (PQP) cards are for those working in specialised electrotechnical disciplines, and the card recognises the holder’s status through their registration with the professional institute. Professional bodies and memberships are […]
Demonstrate your skills digitally with new CPD capture system
The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme has announced the launch of a new Continued Professional Development (CPD) digital system, which it believes will play a key role in helping better identify and monitor ongoing competence standards throughout the industry. The new system is expected to go live in July 2021 and there will be further updates on […]
New ECS card renewal requirements for fire, emergency and security
The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) has issued a reminder to ECS card holders that from 1 July 2021 anybody renewing an ECS Fire Detection & Alarm Systems or an Emergency & Security Systems card for the industry will need to meet the new requirements for Fire, Emergency and Security Systems (FESS) ECS occupations. There are […]
ECS card holders reminded of new Occupational Qualification Structure
The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) is reminding ECS card holders with a Network Infrastructure occupation that from 1 July 2021 all card renewals need to meet the requirements of the new Occupational Qualification Structure for the Network Infrastructure industry. This includes the requirement for a Network Infrastructure assessment for Network Infrastructure Installation Assistant and new routes […]
ECS launches Invigilation Service in response to COVID-19 restrictions
The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) has announced the launch of a pilot for an online invigilation service for the ECS Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Assessment as well as other new assessments through the ECS digital platforms. Responding to concerns regarding increased travel to assessment centres, especially as some have been closed due to COVID, […]
Jail Sentence For Fraudulent Online Card Manufacturer
A man who manufactured and sold fake construction industry skill cards, including ECS cards, has been jailed for more than three years. Online trader Andrew Weeks was sentenced on Friday October 19 at Warwick Crown Court. Weeks was charged under Section 9 of the Fraud Act 2006, for the production and sale of fake documents. […]
First JIB Preferred Training Providers Announced
Birmingham Electrical Training, DCET Training (part of the Focus Training Group) and JTL are the first organisations to be accredited under the new JIB Preferred Training Provider scheme, which endorses providers who achieve the highest standards of training across the electrotechnical industry. DCET and Birmingham Electrical Training, based in the South West and West Midlands […]