Niblock Electrical Services proudly took part in training yesterday at Aico’s manufacturing facility at Ei Electronics in Shannon, Ireland, as part of Aico’s Platinum Partner initiative, a prestigious recognition programme designed to elevate industry standards and reinforce excellence across its installer network.

We are delighted to confirm that Niblock Electrical has now achieved Platinum Partner status. This builds upon the Gold Standard Installer requirements and recognises organisations that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to ongoing professional development, rigorous safety compliance with fire and carbon monoxide alarms, and collaborative best practices.

Becoming a Platinum Partner reflects our continued investment in training, quality workmanship, and delivering the highest standards for our clients.

Representing Niblock Electrical Services, Robert Sutherland recently attended the opening of the new JTL Training Centre in Orpington, marking an exciting milestone for a training provider that plays a vital role in supporting our apprentices.

The £1 million investment has transformed the site into a modern, industry-led training facility, with a strong focus on plumbing, heating and low-carbon technologies.

As many of our apprentices attend the Orpington Training Centre, it is great to see JTL continuing to invest in high-quality facilities that help develop the next generation of skilled professionals. Rob also had the opportunity to see first-hand how the new workshops are preparing learners for real-world working environments.

We are especially proud that one of our own apprentices, Ryan, who is featured in JTL’s photograph, was selected for the guided tour – a fantastic achievement and a real testament to his hard work and dedication.

On Friday, our team attended Aico’s Awaab’s Law training to deepen our understanding of the strict timeframes social landlords must follow.

Under Awaab’s Law, landlords are required to:

• Investigate hazards and provide a written summary within 10 working days
• Begin necessary repairs within 5 working days of investigation (or 24 hours if an emergency)
• Arrange alternative accommodation if the property cannot be made safe within these times
• Keep comprehensive records of all compliance efforts

Partnering with housing associations and local authorities, we are committed to supporting these standards to keep residents safe and projects compliant.

Thanks to Rachel Wright and Aico for the insightful session!