Apprentice 121 Podcast

EP1 of a new mini series about 2391   Myself and Jamie Fisher run through what is 2391 inspection and testing?  How to best prepare for 2391  How to find a training centre for 2391 Some of the resources you might need including:-  Books, online content including the awesome John Ward Testing series here https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVsHvs2SuqmrHBQ0PDDHzq2LXkssRBp4Q&nb...

I run through the changes coming in AMD2 of the wiring regulations and how to get training/awareness of those changes.   Hope helps understand what this means and how to ensure you stay up to date.    https://www.theiet.org/media/press-releases/press-releases-2022/24-january-2022-iet-and-bsi-publish-amendment-2-2022-to-bs-76712018-iet-wiring-regulations/ https://www.napit.org.u...

Podcast talking about National apprenticeship week 2022 and the giveaways we have planned.  Also a chat about the incoming brown book amendment 2 of the 18th edition of the wiring regulations BS7671  Jamie Fisher on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCduaH-Au7koVBVwj_5f1OSA

I run through 5 things I think would transform the electrical industry over night. It would take years to feel the full effects but would make immediate impact.  What do you think?

Sam joins me to chat about his new job, how he got there and some of his opinions on industry developments of late around apprenticeships and training. Sam is the host of the worlds best electricians podcast as voted by blogspot. The Electricians Monday Club

Little chat with Nathan about what he has been doing this month. Video on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2NkaMR7Brw

A quick run through some 2 way and intermediate light switches.   With reference to the AWESOME EFIXX TEAM   https://www.efixx.co.uk/apprentice-hub

A chat through the lack of employment many apprentices find even though they are within college/training environments. Some honest discussion with the apprentices front and centre of the debate/issue.   Also on video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjwLVeTxOrI

A chat through the changes to grants payments for hiring apprentices and the changes to minimum wages effecting apprentices from April 2022!   I hope this proves useful, links to more info shown below   https://www.gov.uk/guidance/incentive-payments-for-hiring-a-new-apprentice   https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates

We join Waltham college staff and learners alongside Mike Page (Residual Current) and Ryan Davis to fit out a new learner facility.   A fantastic experience.

Aidan comes on the apprentice 121 podcast to chat with me about his college experience, employment challenges, learning difficulties, thoughts on apprentice duties and many many other things. Check it out and let us know what you think. Aiden is @Aidan_spark on Instagram   

A quick chat about the TEST rouge trainers campaign and the STEM Ambassadors program. See below for links. Also a chat about the apprentice 121 academy.   https://www.the-esp.org.uk/our-work/stem-ambassadors/ https://www.the-esp.org.uk/2021/10/11/rogue-trainers-campaign-launched-by-tesp/    

Thanks for all the messages after my New Build YouTube video. Little run through some of your experiences and findings. Hope its of some use. Thanks, Mark

Check out isolate4life on Instagram  for the #safe4september campaign  Thanks for listening 

A chat through the process of enrolling at college and with your employer. Plus an outline of what to expect through the course of your apprenticeship and career beyond.   https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/amy-barratt-singh?utm_source=whatsapp&utm_medium=fundraising&

A run through some of the advice coming into apprentice 121 to help with finding an employer and help with interview technique.  I hope this is of some help.

After a few questions on the YouTube video below I thought I would try talk through some of the techniques on a podcast. Hope it helps someone out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgHWLw20yLQ

As the government restrictions are ending on what has become known as freedom day, this seemed like a sensible time to share some of the things we have had going on.  I run through some of the numbers involved, donations given and help provided among other things! Also a heads up on a really cool giveaway starting soon. Thanks to everyone for getting involved with and showing support of apprentice...

Leo Clarke joined me to share his thoughts and experiences about his journey into the electrical industry so far. Leo is currently working as an electrical trainee and looking to further his training to allow completion of his portfolio and work towards his gold card.   He is attending night school to complete his English and Maths and carrying out training at his expense via remote learning.   If...

A chat around the grants available for employers hiring apprentices in UK at the moment. Specifically the up to £4k grant available to employers and some of the pros and cons. This is based on my own experiences and those from the 750+ people we have helped back into work. Also how the guest based episodes will now (hopefully) be appearing on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4ywNBYDoYv-bTkEWvZEo...

A quick intro to the Youth Group podcast kindly arranged via Bob Noseda. I am hoping Bob joins us on the recording! The apprentice 121 podcast is coming back to fulfill some original commitments and get 1 or 2 important episodes out. I have signed up for the mentorship when I 1st heard about it, check it out and learn more here: https://www.theyouthgroup.com/ https://www.the-esp.org.uk/our-work/th...

A quick Podcast to talk about some important new government policy that should help with parity between university and further education funding/loans system. This is something I first discussed in the middle of last year after chats with Yuno.   Check out the government links below for full details .   I hope this helps someone   https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-legislation-to-help-transfor...

A run through some of the questions sent in from the AM2 and inspection and testing series. Also a look at CPD, PRS and regular chat.   Thanks for listening. Next up EV charging!

I chat about current job roles available in A121, the employers side stepping contractual agreements around employing apprentices. Also those who criticise PRS and new laws to help with electrical safety. The consequences of unsafe electrical work laid bare. I also run through some of my favorite parts of the onsite guide.

I have a run through my thoughts on the EICR system, mainly in the domestic market due to PRS changes in England. But the same issues are widespread. I believe investment to the apprenticeship system is the solution to a great many industry problems.  Over reliance on software and expectations of industry bodies treats the symptom but not the cause in place for me. We need to take self responsibil...