Labelling is important when it comes to both the management of electrical equipment and to ensure we have an understanding of the wider industry to prevent error . It is the role of the contractor to make sure that they are employing electricians that are not only properly qualified for the task at hand but also hold the correct expertise and the highest quality equipment to do a good - and safe - job .
When it comes to cable management there are several reasons for contractors to be well informed about its developments . Being the direct employer for many electricians they should be aware of the cable management industry ’ s latest advances in order to make sure they are employing qualified people . Labelling plays a vital role in cable management .
Regulation
As a contractor you should have a good understanding of what electricians need . Here , you can demonstrate a familiarity with the regulatory landscape by knowing which solutions can be used for compliance , ultimately providing peace of mind for your end customer .
For example , section 514 ‘ identification and notices ’ of the BS EN7671 17th Edition , 3rd Amendment wiring regulations outlines
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the minimum text size required for some notice labels , which may not be met by some current solutions . To address this , ensure that as a contractor you have a broad understanding of the products that help ensure labelling compliance around cable management - for example , the Dymo XTL labels include wire and cable cartridges 41mm and 54mm sizes to achieve this .
We ’ ve also found that users of labelling solutions haven ’ t received formal training . Instead , they are often informally trained on the job and rely largely on their own instincts to label cables . Whilst instincts are great , it is not always enough when it comes to adhering to regulations and it is up to the contractor to make sure the people they are employing have the correct credentials and knowledge to perform tasks to a high standard . Therefore , solutions that come with ready made templates that are kept up to date means that electricians shouldn ’ t be facing the same challenges as they may have had in the past .
Contractors can build upon product capabilities by providing information in their physical and digital market places to show they understand the industry . They might consider including information about regulation related to labelling either as a leaflet , webpage or newsletters . It is also worth opening up the conversation with appropriate parties , ensuring you are asking questions about how the product will affect customers ’ ability to navigate the
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’ If you can have even just a basic understanding of the role labelling plays you will be a much more useful and attractive asset .’ |
compliance issues that relate to them and their own customers .
Complexity
Whilst the people you employ may be experts they may not know what the best solutions for identifying and navigating the mass of cables they are working with are . As a contractor , if you can have even just a basic understanding of the role labelling plays in helping electricians navigate their way through the complex cabling system , you will be a much more useful and attractive asset .
Be sure that you understand the different scenarios that electricians may be faced with . Try to get out into the field to get to grips with the specific challenges that exist . You can then spot the challenges before they arise and can make sure you are employing properly qualified experts .
Labelling quality might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking from a contractor ’ s perspective . But there are many arguments that suggest that you should have a basic knowledge and understanding of this labelling and cable management . Your end customer will be expecting the highest quality electricians , with a clear understanding of what could happen in the absence of accurate labelling . As a contractor , you have an opportunity to become a trusted source of knowledge - benefiting both the business of your customers and yourself .
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