Reasons Not to Pour Fats, Oils and Greases Down the Sink
The poor disposal of fats, oils and greases (FOG) is an issue seldom raised in society today, but ignoring such concerns can have damaging effects. Here are some reasons why poor disposal of FOG is a serious issue and some suggested steps you can take to avoid any problems in your home or community. Reasons Not to Pour FOG Down the Sink In their liquid form, fat, oil and grease may not appear to be a problem, but as they cool, they congeal and solidify, sticking to inside of pipes and...
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How Do Immersion Heaters Work?
As we head into what the newspapers are billing to be this year's “big freeze”, it would be hard to get out of bed without the invigorating prospect of a hot shower. But how is our water heated? Here in the UK, the majority of home water heating is done by immersion heaters mounted in hot water cylinders. Immersion heaters comprise a metal tube containing a temperature sensor and an insulated electric resistance heater which, in domestic situations, is usually rated at 3kw. Unlike a ga...
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Why Britain’s Plumbers Are Always in Demand
No sooner has Britain's shortage of plumbers been plugged than the Australians have started trying to recruit them, which once again drain’s the industry of workmen. But we all know when there is a shortage of plumbers – because nobody can get hold of one. Plumbers can be seen as a bellwether for economic health, during the housing boom they were in high demand, and now after the slump, they appear to be finding work down under, so that dripping tap won’t be fixed for a while and th...
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New Years Round up of 2011 from RF Training
We Hope You All Had a Merry Christmas & Wish You a Very Happy New Year A lot has happened this year at RF Training and we thought you might like a roundup of all the big changes. We also want to give you a post Christmas treat! Freedom Courses Introduced In September we launched our fully flexible Freedom Courses to all trainees meaning you can now complete your training when you want: Centres now open on weekends - this is a great opportunity to continue training alongsi...
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Beer in the Sink – When Plumbing goes wrong?
A woman in Norway has literally struck liquid gold, finding beer coming out of her water taps – a dream I’m sure for many. “I thought I was in heaven” said Ms Gundersen of Kristiansund, west Norway. "I turned on the tap to clean some knives and forks, and beer came out," Ms Gundersen told Reuters news agency. "We thought we were in heaven." Her only complaint was that the beer ‘was a little flat’. Two flights below pub workers were facing a riot when water began to flow throu...
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Keep Warm this Winter with our Energy Saving Tips
With rising fuel prices and another cold winter on its way it is important you keep warm this winter, we have some simple winter warming tips that you can use to save on the pennies and prevent bigger problems in the future. Start Checking your home for early warning signs to reduce the costly bills when it is too late If you want to avoid a big bill after using an emergency call out service or to replace broken appliances is to get the house checked before it’s too late, what’s even...
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How to repair a leaking pipe just got easier
We recently wrote a blog post on how to repair a leaking pipe it is now apparent that this process may have just got a little bit easier thanks to a Scottish plumber. Ross Dickinson has invented the Kibosh Emergency Pipe Repair kit to stop pipes from flooding properties. Dickinson created the mechanism after visiting a property which was flooded due to a burst pipe. Pipes during the cold winter months are especially susceptible to bursts and leakages and the repair kit is his answer to this...
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Start Your Training Now and Get Qualified by Christmas
Start the New Year With a New Career If you sign up for one our courses today you could be fully trained and ready to start your new career by Christmas! Our Intensive courses at both of our bespoke training centres, in Birmingham and Manchester are taking on the newest batches of trainees next week who will be fully trained and ready to start their new careers in 2012. Places for the below courses are limited so book now to avoid disappointment – call free on 0800 331 7500 to speak to o...
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How To Bleed A Radiator – Prepare For Winter
As the winter is swiftly approaching, the weathermen have predicted the UK is set for another arctic winter. The severe weather seen late last year and early this year is due for a comeback with temperatures in some places set to hit -20 it is important to make sure you are fully prepared for the coming months. If you do face any problems over the winter that can’t be done easily it is always best to call a plumber before the problem gets any worse, saving cost in the long run. Qualified ...
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Plumbing Courses – How to Repair a Leaking Pipe
Our plumbing courses contain a variety of different modules which are designed to give you the theoretical and practical knowledge to start a new career as a plumber. A common problem plumbers may face in households is repairing leaky pipes. Here is a brief overview of how to tackle this problem. Leaking pipes can be a common problem in many households; older drainage or heating systems are particularly prone to pipe leaks. Here are some important steps to take: Turn off the water f...
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Use of Qualified Plumber’s Recommended by Insurance Company
A leading provider of home emergency insurance has advised the best course of practice when dealing with home plumbing issues is to call out a fully qualified plumber. Homeserve Membership Limited advised in a recent statement that, although minor plumbing system problems like blockages can sometimes be dealt with by the home owner, it is usually worth while calling in a plumber who has benefited from industry recognised plumber training before the problem gets worse: “...you may need to...
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Footballer Told to Keep Up Plumbing Training Before Considering Move
Brechin City Striker Rory McAllister has been advised to complete his plumbing training before moving to another club. Brechin City manager John Sheran has told STV sport that he feels that McAllister would be wise to complete his plumbing training before considering moving into football as a full time profession saying: "We think it would be a wise choice for Rory McAllister the player and Rory McAllister the person to develop his game while at the same time have a trade he can fall back ...
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Plumbing Training Should Be More Appealing to Students Than University
After writing a number of times of the increasing debts university students will have once they have completed their degree further information has been released on the employability of students after they have completed university and why plumbing training may be a more useful option for those looking to get a rewarding career. A proposal from the hefce (Higher Education Funding Council for England) has stated that from autumn 2012 universities must now publish data about the employment of...
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Vocational Plumbing Courses Are Changing
The new QCF award scheme is expected to revolutionise the way vocational plumbing courses throughout the UK are taught, providing their graduates with more skills and training relevant to the demanding requirements of employers. The Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) is in the process of being rolled out across the UK and expected to take full effect in March this year. Once the QCF awards have been implemented they expect to cover a wide range of vocational courses. These courses ...
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Boiler Breakdown causes biggest disruption in the UK could aid the rogue trader
Our plumbing and gas courses teach how to install, repair and maintain boilers an essential tool as can be seen below it is something every homeowner has and may breakdown from time to time. A recent npower survey has revealed that the British public find a boiler breakdown the most disruptive part of day to day life. The research found that 37% of homeowners feel that a boiler breakdown would be the biggest inconvenience to their lives. This compares to 18% of people who would hate having...
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The Purpose of Fast Track Plumbing Courses
Getting into any kind of fast track plumbing courses can be quite a challenge as choosing the right one can determine your future. A person's choice may be affected if he is looking for companies who offer full time or part time plumbing courses. The structure of the course and the experience of the trainers can be a huge factor. Our Plumbing, Central Heating, Design & Installation Course covers all aspects of domestic heating, plumbing, fault finding and maintenance. This fast trac...
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Heating Engineer Courses – Starting a new career
There is a growth of heating engineering jobs more than ever before and many people today would consider starting a career in such a field. Something you need to think about before making such an important task is how to become a heating engineer and what impact will it have on their future. no formal education is needed, however a heating engineering training is required like all positions in the engineering field to begin your career. With new technological developments in the market, choos...
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Competent Person Schemes and Why should you Join one
What is a Competent Person Scheme Competent person schemes were introduced by the Government to allow individuals and enterprises to self-certify that their work complies with the Building Regulations as an alternative to submitting a building notice or using an approved inspector. The principles of self-certification are based on giving people who are competent in their field the ability to self-certify that their work complies with the Building Regulations without the need...
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Why become a plumber?
Why becoming a plumber is a good idea? The current economy is in downfall and a lot of people are losing their jobs as a result of recession. Many people are finding it hard to get a job and feel very uneasy about their job security. With more and more people doing a degree and apprenticeship you will find it difficult to get work without any qualification. A question comes to mind, is there a way out through these hard times? The answer is yes. There are plenty of career paths that y...
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How to avoid cowboy plumbers
Did you know that due to recent legalisation changes that for particular jobs undertaken which concern plumbing or heating, contractors must be part of a competent persons scheme to certify their own work? There are many tragic news stories that regularly occur in reference to people with insufficient plumbing qualifications working on a gas and plumbing systems, and resulting in injury or death to the engineer or the homeowner. “A gas fitter was found guilty today of causing the death ...
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How much can you expect to earn as plumber?
If you are thinking of retraining as a plumber, one of the most common questions most potential plumbers ask is; “How much can I expect to earn as a plumber?” - After all training as a plumber can be expensive and time consuming, what sort of wages can you expect when you have the right qualifications? According to national statistics, the average annual wage for a plumber is just under £28,000 at the end 2009. However there are a number of factors that can contribute to your overa...
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How To Become Gas Safe Registered
Route 1 to becoming Gas Safe registered Category 1 Applicant BPEC – Domestic Gas Foundation Suitable for plumbers/ bathroom and kitchen fitters and individuals with a mechanical services background. No formal qualifications are necessary but the candidate must be able to demonstrate competency in plumbing or an associated industry. Candidate must undertake assessment for suitability at the RF Training Centre. Workshop Based Training If suitable the candidate will att...
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How to Become A Plumber
Application process The traditional route to becoming a plumber in the UK is via an apprenticeship. With two years study at college and working for a plumbing firm you will progress towards NVQ level 2 or level 3. This typically takes two to three years to complete. With limited places available in colleges and the difficulty in getting apprenticeships, many people are turning to private companies to bridge the training gap. The choice of courses available is bewildering. We ca...
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