NICEIC accreditation is significant for any trading electrician.
To become recognised as an Approved Contractor, an electrician must:
- Have at least five years’ experience in the industry
- Pass an in-depth examination of their technical knowledge and skills
- Demonstrate a commitment to the NICEIC’s published Code of Conduct
What is the NICEIC?
The NICEIC – or to give it is full name, the National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting – is the leading certification body for the electrical industry across the UK. It provides a range of certification services, products and ongoing support for electrical contractors, in order to ensure they consistently meet the relevant standards of quality of work and safety.
Why should I choose an NICEIC-approved Contractor?
There are several things to consider when deciding which commercial electrician to engage, and whether they’re NICEIC-registered should be high on the list. Safety considerations and the precise services they offer are clearly paramount, but additional reasons for looking for NICEIC accreditation include:
- Compliance: complying with NICEIC requirements ensures that all completed electrical work meets the UK’s national safety standards. Regular inspections by the NICEIC’s governing body, meanwhile, guarantee ongoing compliance.
- Expertise: NICEIC Contractors enjoy extensive training in all aspects of commercial electrical work, and they’re well-placed to develop an in-depth understanding of complex electrical systems and how to rectify any issues that arise.
- Peace of mind: maintaining and conforming to rigorous standards leads to a higher degree of reliability and overall quality.
- Satisfaction: The higher the quality of service and the more reliable the contractor, the greater the level of customer satisfaction, and NICEIC accreditation is central to this.
- Documentation: NICEIC Contractors are assessed annually, and their paperwork and recordkeeping need to be impeccable to achieve and retain their accreditation.
It isn’t mandatory for an electrician to be registered with the NICEIC, but it’s advisable to engage one that is, as the certification will ensure the safety and quality of the electrical work they undertake.
At MS Electrical we’re a team of NICEIC-approved Contractors and we offer PAT testing, fixed wire testing and EICRs in Cambridge. To request a no-obligation quotation please call us on 01223 850301 or complete our enquiry form.