Importance of Electrical Compliance in Commercial Spaces

Importance of Electrical Compliance in Commercial Spaces

21 February 2024

While electrical compliance is always crucial for safety, it is perhaps more important in commercial spaces than anywhere else. A lack of compliance in such settings could lead to injury, deaths,

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Your Guide To Air Conditioning Testing: The Health And Safety Regulations Of Air Conditioning In The UK

Your Guide To Air Conditioning Testing: The Health And Safety Regulations Of Air Conditioning In The UK

14 February 2024

Air conditioning is a necessity for many businesses in the UK. Despite a cooler climate than some warmer countries, air conditioning helps air circulate within offices, warehouses and more, while

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Fire Extinguishers – What You Need To Know About Servicing and Testing

Fire Extinguishers – What You Need To Know About Servicing and Testing

12 February 2024

Fire extinguishers are a fundamental element of fire safety equipment and an important part of maintaining health and safety in the workplace. There are legal requirements that dictate fire safety

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Renting your property? Here's everything you need to know

Renting your property? Here's everything you need to know

23 January 2024

Renting out your property in the UK can be a lucrative venture, but it comes with a set of responsibilities and legal obligations. As a landlord, it's crucial to understand and comply with various

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What Is Emergency Lighting Testing And How Does It Work?

What Is Emergency Lighting Testing And How Does It Work?

18 January 2024

Emergency lighting is lighting used in cases when the normal power supply is lost, and normal illumination fails. In the UK, it is legally essential in all business properties. In instances where

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"The Battery Won't Last" And Other Myths About EVs Debunked

19 December 2023

There are more than 920,000 fully electric cars on the road in the UK. And by 2030, 80% of new cars and 70% of new vans will also be electric. But despite the growing popularity of EVs, myths and

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Stay Ahead Of The Cold: The Benefits Of Planned Preventative Heating Maintenance

Stay Ahead Of The Cold: The Benefits Of Planned Preventative Heating Maintenance

12 December 2023

As the temperature begins to drop, our reliance on heating systems increases. The last thing anyone wants is a malfunctioning heating system during the peak of winter. This is where planned

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Stay Plugged In: A Guide To Extension Lead Safety In The Office

Stay Plugged In: A Guide To Extension Lead Safety In The Office

8 November 2023

It’s fair to say that in every workplace – from schools to garages, restaurant kitchens to care homes – we rely heavily on our electrical gadgets to power our day. This is especially true of office

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Post-Summer Inspections To Carry Out In Your Workplace

Post-Summer Inspections To Carry Out In Your Workplace

6 November 2023

After a long summer, many employees return from holidays with a renewed energy and zest for work. However, while spirits may be high, it’s essential to ensure that the workplace they're returning to

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The dangers of messy wiring and electrical systems in offices

The dangers of messy wiring and electrical systems in offices

11 October 2023

In the contemporary landscape of business, offices have evolved into sophisticated ecosystems of digital technology and equipment. But beneath the sleekness and sophistication of modern devices and

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Preventing The Real Risk Of Fire In Your Workplace

Preventing The Real Risk Of Fire In Your Workplace

9 October 2023

Fire is an incident nobody ever expects to experience but its effects can be devastating. For example in 2021, fire services attended over 500,000 incidents in England alone. While many of these were

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Charging Station Networking and Management for Large Commercial Fleets

Charging Station Networking and Management for Large Commercial Fleets

25 September 2023

In the rapidly evolving landscape of electric vehicles (EVs), the adoption of electric fleets is gaining momentum among commercial businesses. Large commercial fleets, encompassing delivery

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DIY HVAC Maintenance Tips: A Guide to Keeping Your System Running Smoothly

DIY HVAC Maintenance Tips: A Guide to Keeping Your System Running Smoothly

22 September 2023

In the hustle and bustle of daily work, it's easy for businesses to overlook the silent champion that keeps your building’s atmosphere comfortable year-round: your heating, ventilation, and air

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The ultimate Guide to Electric Vehicle Charging Points

The ultimate Guide to Electric Vehicle Charging Points

11 September 2023

By 2030 , sales of all new petrol and diesel cars will end in a bid to help the UK reduce its impact on climate change. As part of these plans, there will need to be a wider range of EV charging

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phs Compliance appoints new Sales Director

phs Compliance appoints new Sales Director

8 September 2023

phs Compliance has appointed Tom Cliffe as its new Sales Director as part of its continued growth. Based in Warrington, phs Compliance is one of the UK’s leading providers of facilities management

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The Ultimate Fixed Wire Testing Guide

The Ultimate Fixed Wire Testing Guide

17 August 2023

What is fixed wire testing? Fixed wire testing inspects and assesses an electrical installation’s main electrical wiring system to ensure it is safe to use and complies with British Standard BS

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Unveiling Hidden Problems: How Thermographic Surveys Enhance Building Inspections

Unveiling Hidden Problems: How Thermographic Surveys Enhance Building Inspections

31 July 2023

When it comes to building inspections , traditional methods may not always be enough to uncover hidden defects and potential issues. That's where thermographic surveys , based on infrared thermal

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Your Guide To EV Charging In The UK

Your Guide To EV Charging In The UK

23 June 2023

Electric vehicles, or EVs, are growing in popularity in the UK. People are moving towards greener, more economical forms of travel and EVs are one of the easiest ways to achieve this. If you have an

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Overcoming Range Anxiety: Tips for Stress-Free EV Charging

Overcoming Range Anxiety: Tips for Stress-Free EV Charging

9 June 2023

If ‘range anxiety’ and charging concerns are holding you back from switching to an electric vehicle, you’re not alone. More than half of UK drivers have raised concerns over charging as a reason why

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The Impact of Security Maintenance on Risk Mitigation and Loss Prevention

The Impact of Security Maintenance on Risk Mitigation and Loss Prevention

1 June 2023

In today's ever-evolving world, businesses face numerous security threats that can jeopardise their assets, operations, and reputation. To safeguard against these risks, proactive measures must be

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Why you should use a basic fire risk assessment template

Why you should use a basic fire risk assessment template

26 May 2023

Fire is a serious threat to businesses of all sizes and, with risks from employee and customer injury – or even death – to significant reputational, legal and property damage, mitigating the risks of

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Fire Safety Standards For Houses Converted Into Self-Contained Flats

Fire Safety Standards For Houses Converted Into Self-Contained Flats

19 May 2023

Many property owners choose to convert houses into self-contained flats, helping to make the most of the available space and boost income. But as with any other type of landlord, landlords of

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How Often Should Fire Doors Be Checked?

How Often Should Fire Doors Be Checked?

10 May 2023

Fire doors are essential for helping to maintain fire safety. Not only do they help to prevent the spread of fire across buildings, but they can also help give more time to emergency services and to

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Ensuring Electrical Safety in the Workplace: Key Regulations and Best Practices

Ensuring Electrical Safety in the Workplace: Key Regulations and Best Practices

5 May 2023

Whether at home, at work or out and about, electricity is a crucial component in our daily lives. And, it can be the lifeblood of phs Compliance clients, electrical hazards are extremely serious,

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How to Prepare Your Air Conditioning System for Summer

How to Prepare Your Air Conditioning System for Summer

25 April 2023

As the weather starts to warm up, it's time to start thinking about getting your air conditioning system ready for the summer months. Taking some simple steps now can help you avoid costly repairs

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The Cost-Effectiveness of Reactive Maintenance in Compliance Management

The Cost-Effectiveness of Reactive Maintenance in Compliance Management

12 April 2023

In the realm of compliance management, maintaining regulatory standards is of course always the priority. While preventive maintenance plays a crucial role in minimising issues, preparing to be able

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The Importance Of Self-isolation When Working With Electricity

The Importance Of Self-isolation When Working With Electricity

4 April 2023

Working with electricity is inherently dangerous and if you’re in the industry, you’ll be aware that there are stringent health and safety requirements to help you stay safe at work. However,

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EICR Testing – Everything You Need to Know from The UK’s Leading Expert

EICR Testing – Everything You Need to Know from The UK’s Leading Expert

21 March 2023

With changes in the law affecting the legal requirements for electrical testing in the UK, we have compiled an easy-to-follow guide to EICRs (Electrical Installation Condition Reports) to ensure you

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What Is London’s ULEZ And How Can phs Compliance Help?

What Is London’s ULEZ And How Can phs Compliance Help?

18 January 2023

If you or your staff live, work or travel into London regularly, you’re probably familiar with the charges you have to pay to access the capital. One of these is to access London’s Ultra Low

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Why PAT has changed its name

Why PAT has changed its name

9 January 2023

When it comes to electrical safety, you may be familiar with the “PAT” or Portable Appliance Testing. But have you heard of “EET”? If not, you may be surprised to learn that PATs are no more and have

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What You Should Know About The Two Main Types Of Smoke Detector

What You Should Know About The Two Main Types Of Smoke Detector

22 November 2022

When it comes to fire safety, there is one piece of equipment that everyone is familiar with – the smoke detector. Smoke detectors are present everywhere we go – in our homes, the workplace and

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How To Prepare Your Business for Planned Power Cuts

How To Prepare Your Business for Planned Power Cuts

17 November 2022

Gas supplies in the UK are at risk of running out this winter, and there are reports Government has already put together emergency power outage plans. Therefore , planned power cuts are a risk all

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What Should a Fire Risk Assessment Include?

What Should a Fire Risk Assessment Include?

15 November 2022

It is a legal requirement in the UK for all flat buildings and business premises to conduct fire risk assessments. A fire risk assessment is one of the many measures you can take to maintain fire

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phs Launches New Bundle Range to Reduce Business’ Compliance Costs

phs Launches New Bundle Range to Reduce Business’ Compliance Costs

2 November 2022

phs Compliance has launched a new range of testing bundles to help businesses cut the cost of their electrical and fire safety obligations. The Compliance Testing Bundles allow businesses to select

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How to get your PAT test qualification

How to get your PAT test qualification

25 October 2022

Most people use a large number of different electrical appliances in their day-to-day lives, the malfunction of which could have serious or even life-threatening consequences. Whether at home or in

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PAT Testing For Landlords

PAT Testing For Landlords

13 October 2022

As a responsible landlord, it’s your duty to make sure your property is safe for your tenants. Whether you’re a commercial or private landlord, maintaining safety standards on your property is a

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phs Compliance welcomes new MD

phs Compliance welcomes new MD

10 October 2022

Tracy Burtwell has been appointed as the new Managing Director of phs Compliance. Based in Warrington, phs Compliance is one of the UK’s leading providers of facilities management and compliance

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Why a CCTV Policy is Crucial

Why a CCTV Policy is Crucial

5 September 2022

For those looking to install a CCTV system in their business, or who already have them, it’s crucial to have an effective CCTV policy in place. An effective system and policy can protect your

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Are Extension Leads Safe?

Are Extension Leads Safe?

17 August 2022

Extension leads are an incredibly useful device to have around the office and at home. They can help you make the most of power outlets, which can be ideal when you’re trying to power a number of

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The phs Compliance Guide to Fire Alarm Servicing

The phs Compliance Guide to Fire Alarm Servicing

8 August 2022

Fires can have a devastating impact on UK businesses. Recent statistics show there were over 19,000 fires in UK businesses, with around a third of these being caused by electrical faults or misuse of

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What is an IEE Certification?

What is an IEE Certification?

26 July 2022

In the UK, we’re fortunate that there are rules and regulations in place designed to maintain safety in the workplace. Maintaining electrical safety should be a priority for all business and

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How Does Air Conditioning Work?

How Does Air Conditioning Work?

12 July 2022

We all know how important it is to be comfortable at work. If your workplace becomes too hot or too cold, it can cause an unwelcome distraction. Air conditioning systems are a useful way of

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Common Fire Hazards on Construction Sites

Common Fire Hazards on Construction Sites

5 July 2022

Construction sites are dangerous places at the best of times, without adding a fire into the mix. Unfortunately, both fuel and ignition sources are common on construction sites, making this a very

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How Much Does It Cost To Charge An Electric Car?

How Much Does It Cost To Charge An Electric Car?

7 June 2022

Electric cars are becoming more and more popular as people and businesses look to not only save money on their fuel but to do more to help the environment. business owners and organisations can play

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How Air Conditioners Work

How Air Conditioners Work

28 February 2022

Did you know that before air conditioners were invented, people would use blocks of ice to keep cool? In fact, the very first air conditioners were measured in ‘ice power’. This told the user how

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How to Everything you need to know about thermographic surveysyour workplace safe during Christmas

How to Everything you need to know about thermographic surveysyour workplace safe during Christmas

26 January 2022

If you’ve heard the term ‘thermographic survey’ but aren’t sure what it is, there’s no need to be bamboozled anymore. Here you’ll find the lowdown on exactly what thermographic surveys are, the

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Are air conditioners good or bad for COVID-19?

Are air conditioners good or bad for COVID-19?

13 January 2022

Throughout the pandemic, we all quickly learned how fresh air and spending time outdoors limits the spread of COVID-19. However, with winter upon us, we’re all spending a lot more time indoors with

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phs Compliance 2021 Christmas Opening Times

phs Compliance 2021 Christmas Opening Times

29 November 2021

Office Opening Times Our office will be open until 1pm on Friday 24th December and will re-open on Tuesday 4th January. Operations Opening Times Our operations, commercial and support functions

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How to keep your workplace safe during Christmas

How to keep your workplace safe during Christmas

26 November 2021

The countdown to Christmas has begun, and here at phs Compliance, we're looking forward to another year of keeping you safe at work. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, most of our usual celebrations,

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Don’t neglect electrical testing for home workers

Don’t neglect electrical testing for home workers

23 September 2021

Businesses are being reminded of their legal obligation to ensure electrical equipment is safe to use at all times, even when being used by workers at home. It comes as Tracey Burtwell, Managing

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Businesses warned of hidden safety risks post-COVID

Businesses warned of hidden safety risks post-COVID

19 August 2021

As more workplaces start to fully reopen and welcome back employees, phs Compliance has warned of the hidden safety risks that may be waiting for the return. The leading provider of facilities

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How Air Conditioning Maintenance Can Help Reduce Global Warming

How Air Conditioning Maintenance Can Help Reduce Global Warming

17 August 2021

Our global temperature has already increased by more than 1C since the end of the 19 th century. This is dangerously close to the 1.5C climate change that scientists fear will irreversibly alter our

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The Benefits of Planned Lighting Maintenance

The Benefits of Planned Lighting Maintenance

16 June 2021

Commercial lighting maintenance is as easy as changing a lightbulb, right? Wrong! Effective, cost-efficient and compliant industrial lighting, office lighting or retail lighting needs more than a

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How to Service a Commercial Fire Alarm System

How to Service a Commercial Fire Alarm System

27 April 2021

The effects of commercial fires are well documented: damage to property, long-term disruption to businesses and inconvenience to the local area. In the worst cases, injury or death to people through

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The perfect time to book your Portable Appliance Testing

The perfect time to book your Portable Appliance Testing

12 April 2021

As businesses start the process to reopen, now is the perfect time to book in PAT work across the sites you manage. At phs Compliance, we deliver a straightforward and high-quality PAT service that

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EICR inspection in the UK: How it Works, Costs & Everything You Need to Know

EICR inspection in the UK: How it Works, Costs & Everything You Need to Know

31 March 2021

phs Compliance been carrying out commercial EICR inspection services across the UK for years, and we’ve decided to put together an easy to follow guide to help you maintain compliance while also

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phs acquires OCS Compliance

phs acquires OCS Compliance

2 February 2021

phs acquires OCS Compliance Leading compliance and facilities management provider phs Compliance has acquired OCS Compliance, part of the OCS UK Group.As part of the deal, phs Compliance will

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Ultimate guide to fire safety for commercial businesses

Ultimate guide to fire safety for commercial businesses

25 January 2021

What are the current UK fire safety regulations? If you are responsible for a business or commercial premise, you have a legal duty to ensure your building or workplace is safe for the people using

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Electrical Remedial Services in the UK: How it Works, Costs & Everything You Need to Know

Electrical Remedial Services in the UK: How it Works, Costs & Everything You Need to Know

15 January 2021

You are more than likely already aware of the importance of electrical safety testing. But one thing that can often be overlooked is the time period between when the fault is identified and when it

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The Ultimate Fixed Wire Testing Guide

The Ultimate Fixed Wire Testing Guide

22 December 2020

What is fixed wire testing? Fixed wire testing inspects and assesses an electrical installation’s main electrical wiring system to ensure it is safe to use and complies with British Standard BS

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How to prepare for Scottish Government’s new fire alarm regulations

How to prepare for Scottish Government’s new fire alarm regulations

26 November 2020

In early 2021, Scottish Government will make it a requirement for all domestic properties to have interlinked smoke and heat detectors in specified areas. If you look after a residential property you

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Your Ultimate Guide to Portable Appliance Testing (PAT testing)

Your Ultimate Guide to Portable Appliance Testing (PAT testing)

16 November 2020

What is PAT testing? (In service inspection and testing of electrical equipment) Portable Appliance Testing – also known as PAT testing – is the examination of portable electrical equipment and

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How to ensure your workplace is safe for Christmas

How to ensure your workplace is safe for Christmas

9 November 2020

The countdown to Christmas has begun, and here at phs Compliance we’ll be celebrating another year of taking steps to keep you safe in the workplace. Most of our traditional events, including

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phs Compliance launches new website

phs Compliance launches new website

23 July 2020

phs Compliance are proud to launch a newly designed user-friendly website that makes it even easier for existing and potential customers to access the compliance support they need. We strive to make

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New accreditation for phs Compliance

New accreditation for phs Compliance

16 October 2019

We are delighted to announce that phs Compliance has gained new NSI SP203-1accreditation from the British Approval for Fire Equipment (BAFE), the independent register of quality fire safety service

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Authorised installation provider for workplace EV charging

Authorised installation provider for workplace EV charging

1 March 2019

Now approved by the UK’s Office for Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV) as an UK-wide authorised installer of approved electric vehicle charging points for workplaces (WCS) and domestic environments (EVHS),

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Our Head of M&E Services on planned maintenance

Our Head of M&E Services on planned maintenance

17 December 2018

In the Dec/January 2019 edition of Facilities Management Journal (FMJ) our Head of M&E Services James O'Hare explains how an effective maintenance policy supports client operations while ensuring

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Ready for New Year's Day?

Ready for New Year's Day?

12 December 2018

We're not thinking parties or fireworks. Nope, not us. We're thinking about the BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations 18th Edition taking effect on January 1st 2019. With 21 days to spare, phs Compliance

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On track with IET 18th Edition training

On track with IET 18th Edition training

16 November 2018

phs Compliance’s investment in gaining City and Guilds accreditation as an Approved Centre for BS7671 18th Edition training and certification is driven both by our commitment to technical excellence

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Exclusive supplier to a corporate property management provider

Exclusive supplier to a corporate property management provider

11 October 2018

Nationwide compliance and building engineering services supplier phs Compliance has been appointed as exclusive supplier of electrical compliance inspection and test services to a corporate property

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Investing in supporting engineers with rugged technology

Investing in supporting engineers with rugged technology

25 September 2018

Supporting productivity and communications As part of an ongoing investment in technology, systems and training to support our large field-based engineering base, phs Compliance has completed a

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City and Guilds Approved Centre

City and Guilds Approved Centre

4 September 2018

phs Compliance is now an authorised Centre for delivering and assessing electrical inspection training to the new BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations 18th Edition standards. This initiative forms a key

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Customer event invitations for IET 18th Edition

Customer event invitations for IET 18th Edition

7 August 2018

phs Compliance will shortly invite customers across the UK to join us. As part of our commitment to technical excellence and maintaining the highest standards, we'll invite customers for whom we

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Another successful year at the Facilities Show 2018

Another successful year at the Facilities Show 2018

9 July 2018

Our business had a great week at the Facilities Show 2018, ExCeL London . First of all, thanks to all colleagues who helped staff our stand and met customers - a brilliant team effort. Additional

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Our Health & Safety performance

Our Health & Safety performance

29 June 2018

Statistics Thanks to our employees’ diligence and ownership of health & safety, we’re setting very high standards within our business. Near Miss reporting statistics really are the safety barometer

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phs Compliance conquer the Three Peaks Challenge

phs Compliance conquer the Three Peaks Challenge

31 May 2018

In May 2018 phs Compliance staff raised over £5500 for Cancer Research UK by taking on the National 3 Peaks Challenge in 24 hours! This is an arduous and tough challenge, ascending more than 10,000

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phs Compliance launches lightning protection inspection service

phs Compliance launches lightning protection inspection service

31 May 2018

Lightning protection systems provide a critical point of risk management not just for your buildings and people, but for electronic systems within your premises. Many organisations use lightning

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Meet the team at the Facilities Show, London Excel

Meet the team at the Facilities Show, London Excel

16 May 2018

The world's largest dedicated facilities management event, Facilities Show welcomes over 11,000 global FM professionals to experience the latest technological solutions and hear from industry

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phs Compliance launch Fire & Security services

phs Compliance launch Fire & Security services

24 March 2018

Part of our continued business growth, we now offer design, installation, commissioning and maintenance services to support the management of large and complex fire safety systems and integrated

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Supporting a leading children's charity with electrical inspection

Supporting a leading children's charity with electrical inspection

18 March 2018

Electrical inspection services at the ready! phs Compliance are proud to support a leading UK children's charity providing respite and outreach services to young carers and vulnerable children. The

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New apprenticeship programme helps fuel growth

New apprenticeship programme helps fuel growth

9 March 2018

phs Compliance continues to expand its engineering apprenticeship programme. We've offered apprenticeship programmes for a few years now, across both engineering and commercial roles. Many of our

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