Man in the Van

In this episode we have a discussion with representatives of IOPSA's Training department. The objective of this conversation is to clarify IOPSA's part in the development of plumbers and the plumbing industry as a whole. We intend to share with the audience what projects IOPSA's training department runs and how plumbers who are still in training can become part of these projects, as well as a few...

In this episode we will discuss IOPSA’s new e-Learning Platform, more commonly referred to as an LMS. The objective of this conversation is to determine what exactly an e-Learning Platform is, as well as what the reason for the implementation thereof is and what the value and benefits of such a system are. We also aim to share with our audience the simplicity of the use of the system, and what typ...

In this episode we will discuss the path to success with one of the Captains of the Plumbing Industry, Mr. Rory Macnamara. When and where did Rory’s career start? How did he achieve the successes that he has? Rory’s story is proof and confirmation to many of us that it is possible to overcome and survive difficult times, and also that our dreams and aspirations to grow and progress, both as indivi...

In this episode we will discuss Continual Professional Development. The objective of this conversation is to determine what exactly CPD is, what the relevance and importance thereof are, as well as how it fits in with the PIRB and what affect it has on PIRB registered plumbers. Man in the Van Website

In this episode we will discuss SANS (South African National Standards) and the SABS (South African Bureau of Standards). The objective of this conversation is to determine what SANS Standards are, why Standards exist, how and by whom Standards are compiled, what is the relevance and the applicability of Standards in the Skilled Trades Industry, as well as what the difference between SANS and the...

In this episode we will discuss the option for plumbers of joining the List/Panel of Service Providers in the Insurance Sector. The objective of this conversation is to determine why plumbers should consider joining the List/Panel of Service Providers in the Insurance Sector, and if there are any benefits for plumbers in working in the Insurance Sector, as well as what the requirements and selecti...

In this episode we will discuss Non-compliances. The objective of this conversation is to determine what Non-compliances are, how and why must plumbers notify or advise consumers regarding Non-compliances, what are the consequences are if they do not advise or notify the consumers of Non-compliances, what plumbers can do if they are instructed by the consumers to use non-compliant material or perf...

In this episode we will discuss Auditing. The objective of this conversation is to determine, what is the reason for Auditing to have been implemented, how are Auditors selected, what exactly do Auditors audit, what are Rectification Notices, what are the risks of not attending to Refixes, what is the procedure when Plumbers disagree with Auditors, and many more interesting facts regarding the Aud...

In this episode we will discuss the path to success with one of the Captains of the Plumbing Industry, Mr. Gary Chandler. Where did Gary start? How did he achieve the successes that he has? Most of us have great dreams and aspirations, either as individuals, or for our companies. The objective of this conversation is to shed some light on the fact that one may start small but can grow and progress...

In the first episode of Man in the Van we will be discussing the two different plumbing industry bodies – IOPSA and the PIRB. The objective of this episode is to gain a better understanding of the industry bodies by determining why these bodies exist, their different roles, their impacts, as well as the benefits of belonging to these bodies. We hope you enjoy our first episode! Don’t forget to fol...