Part Pee - Episode 7
Ricky Howell is back with Neil and Mark for the Part Pee series to tell us what he has been up to in the world of electrical contracting.
Jun 13, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Season 3Ep. 6
The Electricians' Show
The Electricians' Show. A podcast for UK electricians, by UK electricians.
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Episodes
Home Re-Wire Series - Episode 2
Neil and Mark continue to talk about Neil's home re-wire and this time talk about current carrying capacity of cables and AFDDs.
Jun 06, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Battery Storage in Lofts
In the latest episode, amongst other things we discuss battery storage in lofts and should you??
May 30, 2023•54 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Home Re-wire Series - Episode 1
Neil Bridgeman is starting a home re-wire and will discuss with Mark Alison the challenges of doing this when he has not been on the tools for quite some time.
Apr 19, 2023•47 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Business Struggles
In today's episode, Neil and Mark discuss the challenges of running an electrical contracting business and how sometimes we fear the dreaded VAT man a little too much.
Jan 30, 2023•49 min•Season 3Ep. 2
New Year Catch Up - EV & Solar Nonsense
After a long break Neil bridgeman and Mark Allison return to have a catch up and cover topics such as electric vehicle charging, solar and the seemingly insanly busy contracting market.
Jan 09, 2023•45 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Who are the ECA?
In this episode, Andrew Eldred, Director of Workforce and Public Affairs at the Electrical Contractors' Association joins Neil Bridgeman and Mark Alison to discusses the history of the ECA and how it feeds into the electrical industry and other organisations.
Jul 25, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Mark's Solar Start
In this episode Mark tells us about how he has been shadowing a solar contractor on the roofs of Sussex trying to learn with a hands on approach to solar installations. Neil talks about a trailblazers event he was involved in for the Railway Industry Association and we also cover professional registration issues for the IET.
Jul 01, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Quantity Surveyors
Neil Bridgeman and Mark Allison discuss quantity surveyors and the pain they seem to relish causing electrical contractors.
Jun 01, 2022•30 min•Season 2Ep. 11
The Challenges of EV Charger Installations
Neil Bridgeman and Mark Allison discuss the real life challenges of EV installations when you maybe have to use an earth electrode for protection and if the OPEN devices are actually suitable if they are not built to any product standard. We also discuss the new EV charging course that is imminent.
May 31, 2022•38 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Jake from Scolmore
In this week's episode Neil Bridgeman and Mark Allison are joined by Jake Green from Scolmore Group to discuss all things electrical. The UK Electricians' Show is a podcast for electricians, apprentices and those interested in the electrical sector. Neil Bridgeman is a time-served electrician that has been working in the industry for over 20 years starting out in new builds, then moving onto social housing and currently works in rail with his company UKES Rail Ltd. Mark Allison is also a time-se...
May 19, 2022•56 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Part Pee - Episode 6
While Neil Bridgeman is off with covid, Mark Alison and Ricky Howell hold the fort and discuss Ricky's new job in contract management, NAPIT book, electric vehicles and solar. The UK Electricians' Show is a podcast for electricians, apprentices and those interested in the electrical sector. Neil Bridgeman is a time-served electrician that has been working in the industry for over 20 years starting out in new builds, then moving onto social housing and currently works in rail with his company UKE...
May 04, 2022•44 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Part Pee - Episode 5
Neil Bridgeman, Ricky Howell and Mark Alison join forces again for a Part Pee episode. The UK Electricians' Show is a podcast for electricians, apprentices and those interested in the electrical sector. Neil Bridgeman is a time-served electrician that has been working in the industry for over 20 years starting out in new builds, then moving onto social housing and currently works in rail with his company UKES Rail Ltd. Mark Allison is also a time-served electrician and is still on the tools, as ...
Apr 20, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Is the Apprenticeship System Broken?
Mark Allison and Neil Bridgeman discuss the current state of the electrical apprenticeship industry and the challenges of being on courses without a job. The UK Electricians' Show is a podcast for electricians, apprentices and those interested in the electrical sector. Neil Bridgeman is a time-served electrician that has been working in the industry for over 20 years starting out in new builds, then moving onto social housing and currently works in rail with his company UKES Rail Ltd. Mark Allis...
Mar 16, 2022•43 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Part Pee - Episode 4
Another week of nonsense and putting the electrical industry to rights from a bunch of electricians in the UK. The UK Electricians' Show is a podcast for electricians, apprentices and those interested in the electrical sector. Neil Bridgeman is a time-served electrician that has been working in the industry for over 20 years starting out in new builds, then moving onto social housing and currently works in rail with his company UKES Rail Ltd. Mark Allison is also a time-served electrician and is...
Mar 03, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 5
The Great EV Swindle
Mark Alison and Neil Bridgeman discuss the challenges with EV installations and specifically the grant system and the upcoming law change to allow the DNO to tap in and control your smart EV charger. The UK Electricians' Show is a podcast for electricians, apprentices and those interested in the electrical sector. Neil Bridgeman is a time-served electrician that has been working in the industry for over 20 years starting out in new builds, then moving onto social housing and currently works in r...
Feb 11, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Part PEE - Episode 3
The UK Electricians' Show is a podcast for electricians, apprentices and those interested in the electrical sector. Neil Bridgeman is a time-served electrician that has been working in the industry for over 20 years starting out in new builds, then moving onto social housing and currently works in rail with his company UKES Rail Ltd. Mark Allison is also a time-served electrician and is still on the tools, as well as managing his company, Power Sonic Ltd. Mark has been working as an electrician ...
Jan 25, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Season 2Ep. 3
How to Start in Rail
Mark Alison asks Neil Bridgeman what it takes for a new electrical contractor to start in rail. The UK Electricians' Show is a podcast for electricians, apprentices and those interested in the electrical sector. Neil Bridgeman is a time-served electrician that has been working in the industry for over 20 years starting out in new builds, then moving onto social housing and currently works in rail with his company UKES Rail Ltd. Mark Allison is also a time-served electrician and is still on the t...
Jan 11, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Who is the JIB?
Neil Bridgeman and Mark Alison are joined by Andy Reakes from the JIB, Joint Industry Board to discuss what their role is in the electrical industry and what they can offer electrical contractors and their employees. The UK Electricians' Show is a podcast for electricians, apprentices and those interested in the electrical sector. Neil Bridgeman is a time-served electrician that has been working in the industry for over 20 years starting out in new builds, then moving onto social housing and cur...
Jan 04, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Calculating Vs Testing Zs
Neil Bridgeman and Mark Alison are joined by Spencer Henry to discuss the how we could approach earth loop impedance testing in terms of live testing and calculating and how both have their pros and cons. The UK Electricians' Show is a podcast for electricians, apprentices and those interested in the electrical sector. Neil Bridgeman is a time-served electrician that has been working in the industry for over 20 years starting out in new builds, then moving onto social housing and currently works...
Dec 08, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 15
New Domestic Only Apprenticeship
Neil Bridgeman and Mark Alison are joined by Craig Buist, the Head of Curriculum at Waltham Forest College in London to discuss the recent proposal of a domestic installer only apprenticeship. The UK Electricians' Show is a podcast for electricians, apprentices and those interested in the electrical sector. Neil Bridgeman is a time-served electrician that has been working in the industry for over 20 years starting out in new builds, then moving onto social housing and currently works in rail wit...
Dec 01, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 14
One Week Electrical Course
Neil Bridgeman and Mark Alison discuss a one week electrical course that has been released for anyone to take. The UK Electricians' Show is a podcast for electricians, apprentices and those interested in the electrical sector. Neil Bridgeman is a time-served electrician that has been working in the industry for over 20 years starting out in new builds, then moving onto social housing and currently works in rail with his company UKES Rail Ltd. Mark Allison is also a time-served electrician and is...
Nov 30, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Is BS 7671 a ‘Minimum‘ Standard?
Mark Alison and Neil Bridgeman discuss the recent social media trend of calling anyone out that does not appear to work 'from' BS 7671 and if it is even legitimate to do so. The UK Electricians' Show is a podcast for electricians, apprentices and those interested in the electrical sector. Neil Bridgeman is a time-served electrician that has been working in the industry for over 20 years starting out in new builds, then moving onto social housing and currently works in rail with his company UKES ...
Nov 30, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Live Working for Electricians
Neil Bridgeman and Mark Allison discuss what electricians; should think about considering when live working and weather it is even a permitted work method. The UK Electricians' Show is a podcast for electricians, apprentices and those interested in the electrical sector. Neil Bridgeman is a time-served electrician that has been working in the industry for over 20 years starting out in new builds, then moving onto social housing and currently works in rail with his company UKES Rail Ltd. Mark All...
Oct 06, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 10
The Truth About Safe Isolation
Neil Bridgeman is joined by Mark Allison and Ricky Howell to discuss safe isolation, the social media coverage of it, #safeforseptember and what is or is not live working.
Sep 22, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Apprentice 121 Takeover - Craig Buist Head of Curriculum at Waltham Forest College
Apprentice 121's Mark Allison takes over The Electricians' Show and is joined by Craig Buist who is Head of Curriculum at Waltham Forest College.
Aug 25, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Part Pee - Episode 2
Neil Bridgeman, Mark Alison and Ricky Howell join forces again to discuss the latest developments in the electrical industry as well as their own lives. The Electricians Show: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thesparksshow/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/sparks_show Ricky Howell AKA The Bearded Spark: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN__PFq4IvPxVNfi3Gq8FAw Twitter - https://twitter.com/TheBeardedSpark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_bearded_spark/ Mark Allison AKA Appren...
Aug 11, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 7
NICEIC Announcement on New Joining Rules
Neil and Mark discuss the recent announcement made by the NICEIC on how they are changing their membership criteria and how it may not be as clear cut as we many may think.
Jul 28, 2021•27 min•Season 2Ep. 6
IET Membership
Here Neil Bridgeman and Mark Alison are joined by Jordan Osborn from the Institute of Engineering and Technology, the IET to talk about IET membership and how it can help electricians and apprentices working within the electrical industry. IET.tv – An online video library with 1000’s of technical videos: https://tv.theiet.org/ Local Networks – Access a network of like-minded individuals near you!: https://www.theiet.org/membership/communities/local-networks/ Technical Networks – Interested in a ...
Jun 02, 2021•55 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Part Pee Episode 1 - Rick's Back and other Nonsense
Rick is back from his social media hiatus and is ready to put the world to rights. We talk about all sorts on this first episode of Part Pee. The NICEIC QS role, OLEV grants and the nonsense of the electrical social media world. The Electricians Show: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thesparksshow/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/sparks_show Ricky Howell AKA The Bearded Spark: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN__PFq4IvPxVNfi3Gq8FAw Twitter - https://twitter.com/TheBeardedSpark Inst...
May 19, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 4
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