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Dangerous Phone Chargers Show Why PAT Testing Training Matters

A recent investigation by consumer organisation Which? has found potentially dangerous phone chargers being sold through major online marketplaces and well-known retail websites. Of the 15 chargers tested, nine reportedly presented serious electric shock risks, while eight posed potential fire or explosion hazards. Some failed because internal components were positioned Read more

By Charlie, 5 days ago
EICR

The Resurgence of the BS 546 Plug: Why It’s Making a Comeback

For years, the BS 546 plug was seen as a relic of older electrical installations, something you would only expect to find in period properties or specialist applications. But recently, it has been making a quiet comeback. And not by accident. A Shift Back to Lighting-Centric Design Modern electrical design, Read more

By Charlie, 3 monthsMarch 27, 2026 ago
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