The videos will be used in an online training guide to feature on the IET’s website – part of a major push to ensure safe practice is at the heart of training in the industry.
John Malone, head of construction at CRC, said he was delighted that the college had been chosen to feature in the guide.
“We are very proud to work with the IET and help reinforce the message that regulations are essential for safe working and to avoid dangers like personal injury, fire and damage,” he said.
The IET, one of the world’s largest engineering institutions, has launched a new website for students where it will feature videos and industry updates as well as training information to support students and apprentices.
Steven Devine, author of the Student's Guide to the IET Wiring Regulations and a former lecturer at CRC, said it was vital that students and apprentices were aware of safety regulations and followed the latest information in wiring guides.
“Training at CRC is an excellent example of good practice and by filming here we will help spread the message of the importance of key electrical regulations,” he said. “We want to provide students and apprentices with the support they need for their studies and careers and videos like this are essential.”
The IET also put on two masterclasses in working practices and wiring regulations for students and set a test paper, with prizes for the top three students. Winner Joe Smith, runner-up Joe Fallon and third place Hocine Lagoug each received a copy of the wiring regulations and other trade publications.
To see the IET Students’ Hub, go to http://electrical.theiet.org/wiring-regulations/students/index.cfm
Image:Steven Devine from the IET with students Joe Smith and Joe Fallon
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