NICEIC’s ‘Find a Trusted Tradesperson’ tool gets a boost
NICEIC, a certification and training body for the electrical industry in the UK, has just announced the launch of its upgraded ‘Find a Trusted Tradesperson’ tool – a platform designed to connect householders and specifiers with NICEIC-certified businesses in their area. The upgrade introduces a benefit for NICEIC-certified businesses as job requests can now be […]
Workplace injuries affect 95% of tradespeople
According to research by Direct Line business insurance, almost all tradespeople (95%) have experienced workplace injuries and half of tradespeople acknowledge that health and safety requirements and procedures are not consistently followed on site. Analysis of new Health and Safety Executive data reveals that 47,000 people working in construction trades suffered a non-fatal injury at […]
Free HiKOKI battery with 36V tool purchase
From 6 January to 31 March 2025, electrical contractors and tradespeople who purchase select HiKOKI 36V Multi Volt cordless tools from approved UK/ROI dealers can get a free 36V/18V Multi Volt Tabless Li-Ion Battery (4.0Ah/8.0Ah). This exclusive deal means you can get your hands on HiKOKI’s latest battery innovation, the BSL3640MVT Multi Volt Tabless Battery. […]
Government urged to tackle vehicle theft
The CEO of a national construction charity is demanding the government gets tough on criminals who target tradespeople’s vehicles – often stealing thousands of pounds worth of tools and equipment – as it’s forcing small building businesses out of business because their insurance premiums are skyrocketing and they can’t afford to replace what has been […]
Tradespeople to work overtime this festive season, study shows
Work demands will impact the opportunity for 86% of tradespeople to spend time with friends and family this festive season, according to new research from Direct Line business insurance. While late December is traditionally a time for family and relaxation, it’s a hectic time for many tradespeople, with more than a quarter (29%) reporting they […]
UK tradespeople urge government for more support
UK tradespeople are calling for the new government to make a clearer plan aimed at supporting more people into the construction industry and upskilling existing staff, following a recent survey conducted by Screwfix. More than 1,000 UK tradespeople were surveyed about life in the trade, their key challenges and opportunities as the construction industry faces […]
Toolstation launches skin cancer awareness campaign
Toolstation, the supplier of tools and building supplies, has launched a ‘Raise Your Skin Standards’ campaign which is designed to raise awareness of sun protection for tradespeople when working outdoors. The campaign features images of plaster cracking and flaking, alongside striking statistics of how tradespeople are affected by skin cancer. Meanwhile, the text on the […]
Quotezone issues social media warning to tradespeople
Motoring insurance experts from Quotezone are urging tradespeople to avoid posting pictures of work vans and equipment online due to the fact that thieves are using social media to target them for their valuable tools and equipment. Four in five burglars use social media to find and select potential victims, making those posting online easy […]
SELECT President issues warning about rise of rogue tradespeople
The outgoing President of SELECT, Scotland’s largest construction trade body, has issued a stark warning about the rise of rogue tradespeople masquerading as qualified electricians to take advantage of the boom in domestic renewables technology. Alistair Grant, who ends his two-year tenure at the organisation next week, said there is increasing concern across the industry […]
Expert advice on how to manage customer waiting lists effectively
A life in the trades sometimes comes with setbacks, and these can affect how quickly workers can attend requests for new jobs. Research by IronmongeryDirect found that the average waiting list for a UK tradesperson is five weeks, with roofers having the largest demand (nine weeks). Staff shortages (28%), finding staff with the right skillset […]