SECTT stands for the Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust, established in 1990 to oversee the industry-approved training program for electrical apprenticeships in Scotland. This responsibility is carried out on behalf of the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB). At SECTT we work with industry partners to manage the SVQ Electrical Installation at SCQF Level 7. Our […]
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Safety Bulletin Issue 7 PDF Welcome to Issue 7.A shorter issue this month focussing on lifting and lowering activities, our legal obligations andbest practice. It also includes a reminder about not sharing safety critical equipment with othertrades. Safety Bulletin Issue 7 PDF. Thanks for taking the time to read this bulletin. Josh chapman has joined
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The rental market in Edinburgh has become significantly more challenging for landlords, shifting from a period of high-profit, low-regulation, to a more complex, high-compliance environment with tightening margins. While demand remains high, the landscape in 2025–2026 is defined by strict regulatory changes, increased maintenance costs, and a slow rise in available stock that is putting
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A BBC report in January 2026 indicated that while heat pumps are 3-4 times more efficient and much greener than gas boilers, high upfront costs (£10k-£15k), installation complexities in older Edinburgh homes and higher electricity prices relative to gas are significant adoption barriers. New planning rule changes in 2025 aim to make installations easier but
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Our Constructionline Gold accreditation is something that we are proud to meet the standards of and this year we are pleased to have also achieved the Social Value status showing our commitment to providing good working conditions, putting robust EDI processes in place, supporting our workers mental wellbeing and engaging with local communities.
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We’ve got two new additions to celebrate (more below) and a quick round-up of office safety improvements from the past month. Please take the time to grab a brew and have a read.Say hello to Lochlan! Big congratulations to Alasdair and Debbie on their new arrival, Lochlan! While his apprenticeship won’t start for a while
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To reduce electricity consumption and save money, focus on energy-efficient practices like switching to LEDs, using appliances efficiently, and managing your thermostat and hot water usage.Additionally, unplug devices when not in use and consider upgrading to more energy-efficient appliances. Here are five specific ways to save electricity:
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Here are 5 frequently asked questions about EV chargers in the home: 1. What are the different types of EV chargers? EV chargers come in various forms, primarily categorized by charging speed and voltage. 2. How long does it take to charge an EV at home? Charging time depends on the charger’s power output, the
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Where possible owners should position their cameras to only capture their own property. However, if this isn’t possible and the CCTV captures someone else’s property, a public area or communal space, then data protection law applies. This is because CCTV can capture images and voices of other people, and this counts as their personal information.
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