SELECT has launched a new EV (electric vehicle) membership sub-category due to the increasing number of electrical contractors installing charge points.
The trade body said the new classification will help consumers find a suitably trained and competent electrician who is able to carry out the work safely and to the highest standards.
From 5 June, three new sub-categories will be introduced specifically for SELECT members who undertake EV charge point installations:
- EV charging equipment installations (domestic)
- EV charging equipment installations (commercial)
- EV charging equipment installations (large scale)
Bob Cairney, director of technical services, said, “We are aware of changes to the demands that many SELECT members encounter from consumers for certain types of electrical installation work to be carried out. This includes the increased demand for the installation of EV charging equipment, which is being driven by climate change targets and the subsequent popularity in low and zero-emission vehicles.
“SELECT has therefore decided to expand its work categories to include this type of electrical installation work, with the introduction of new classifications and approvals recognising those members who are competent to undertake such work.”
The launch is the latest commitment to renewable technology by SELECT, which recently introduced training courses in the installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) and electrical energy storage systems with GTEC Training.
It is also currently providing technical updates on air source heat pumps in its Toolbox Talk roadshows, with additional input from manufacturers Daikin and NIBE and representatives from the Scottish and Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers’ Federation (SNIPEF).
SELECT will also be participating in this year’s Green Home Festival, highlighting the electrical requirements for the home of the future at the event organised by the Construction Industry Collective Voice (CICV).
