April 2006
Be safe, employ a professional
Traditionally, the DIY season starts at Easter and gathers pace throughout the summer, Bank holidays being favourite for homeowners to tackle jobs. However, new figures from the Department of Trade and Industry show that around 70 people are killed and 250,000 people injured every year in DIY-related accidents.
A lot of jobs are made to look simple on the television, but can go drastically wrong in the hands of inexperienced people. Often Building and Water Regulations are ignored, which can also have a detrimental affect on people’s safety and health.
Danny Davis, technical officer for the Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (IPHE) said: “Besides risking injuries, a lot of DIY enthusiasts also risk spending additional money employing someone to sort out the mess they have made. My advice is not to take chances when dealing with the plumbing system in your home, always use a professional.”
Consumers can visit www.iphe.org.uk to find an IPHE Registered Plumber in their area or they can ring the Institute on 01708 472791 in office hours, Monday to Friday.
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APRIL 2006
Torquay targets professionals
The Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (IPHE) is celebrating its centenary year and has chosen The Palace Hotel in Torquay to hold a very special Conference and Exhibition. The event will begin with a free exhibition in the hotel’s Arena on 1st – 2nd June, 9am to 5pm and will be open to the public as well as the trade. Free seminars will be taking place over the two-day period, which will be of great interest to those in the industry.
On Saturday 3rd June, a line up of influential speakers, including Dr Jamie Bartram from the World Health Organisation, will give technical presentations to nearly two hundred delegates. Kevin Wellman, operations director said: “We still have a few places left for people who would like to attend the Conference on Saturday. This is an ideal opportunity for local professionals to find out about new technology and what is being done to combat global warming.”
To find out more about the conference or to register for the exhibition either visit www.iphe.org.uk/conference or contact Michelle Gough on 01268 545250.
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APRIL 2006
Exhibition targets consumers
The Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (IPHE) is celebrating its centenary year by holding a conference and exhibition in the Arena at The Palace Hotel in Torquay. The free exhibition is on 1st – 2nd June, 9am to 5pm and will be open to the public as well as the trade.
Kevin Wellman, operations director said: “We anticipate that it will be the largest plumbing and heating exhibition to be staged in the South West of England for more than 40 years. Many manufacturers are launching eco friendly products this year, such as solar water heating systems and ground source heat pumps.”
Consumers will have the opportunity to find out more about a whole range of products such as; underfloor heating, boilers, hot water cylinders, showers, water treatment, controls and taps.
Besides receiving a free gift for attending, visitors will get the chance to win a magnum of champagne each day. To register for the exhibition either download a form from www.iphe.org.uk/conference or contact Michelle Gough on 01268 545250.
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APRIL 2006