Contractors looking to get an early understanding of the first amendment to the 17th Edition wiring regulations can now learn online thanks to a new e-course offering from NICEIC.

The first amendment is published on July 1and will have significant consequences for everyone involved in the design, erection and verification of electrical wiring systems. The e-learning course will provide details of what to expect so users can go about their work confidently and in the knowledge that it will comply with future regulations.

The course has been produced through a partnership between NICEIC and Trades e-Academy, a division of Virtual College. This innovative style of course provision provides a flexible approach to skills development and reduces any potential loss of income as a result of time spent away from work.

The course, which can be taken at the learners own time and pace, costs £49.50 plus VAT and is available from July 1. Bookings are being taken now and the first 100 people to sign up will receive a 15% discount.

In addition to this NICEIC is also running a series of first amendment workshops. The one day workshops will cover all the expected changes and are being run at various venues across the country.

Those who book now will get a place on the workshop, a free DVD (safe isolation procedures) and a copy of the IET Wiring Regulations 17th edition BS7671:2008 incorporating amendment No1 2011 – all for £155. For more details visit www.niceicdirect.com and book your place now.

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