Beat the Heat: Essential Summer Safety Tips for Electrical Professionals

July 4, 2025 Introduction The summer months often mean longer daylight hours and more favourable weather for outdoor projects—a welcome change for many professionals, especially those working for DNOs, Councils, and on housing association properties. However, working under the summer sun introduces a unique set of environmental hazards that go beyond the electrical risks we […]

Beyond ‘Tight Enough’: A Professional’s Guide to Insulated Torque Tools

Beyond ‘Tight Enough’: A Professional’s Guide to Insulated Torque Tools Date: June 26, 2025 Introduction In professional electrical work, precision is not a luxury; it’s a fundamental component of safety and reliability. While creating a solid electrical connection is essential, ensuring that connection is tightened to the correct specification is what separates standard work from […]

Don’t Get Zapped by Bad Habits: 7 Common Electrical Tool Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

Close-up of a worker wearing an orange safety glove, placing VDE-certified insulated pliers into an open, heavy-duty orange tool storage bag.

Don’t Get Zapped by Bad Habits: 7 Common Electrical Tool Mistakes & How to Avoid Them Date: June 4, 2025 Introduction In the demanding world of electrical work, precision, knowledge, and adherence to safety protocols are paramount. Even the most seasoned professionals can, over time, inadvertently develop minor bad habits or overlook small details when […]