15 December 2005
 

     

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Underground resistance
Frost and dryness can increase the resistance of earth-rod electrodes. This report explains how to check soil conditions when taking measurements.
 
Service game
Working hard to let you play hard. Electrical Contractor investigates one northern m&e contractor's winning ways in the fitness sector.
 
Spot the ball
Cheating in the gambling world is no longer restricted to the black-jack table. We investigate football floodlighting sabotage.
 
Route master
This month we look at the role of route planning and management for data cabling systems.
 
Whined and fined
It's time that companies stopped bleating about health and safety and looked at their responsibilities.
 
Simply the test
If you want to get the best out of your testing equipment, there are many courses on offer. Seaward explains why you should attend.
 
Bower power
Massive growth, but only the highest quality of work – can it be done? Steve Wilton thinks so.
 
Film makers
John Travolta has his own seat there and so do Emma Thompson and Kevin Costner. We come over all starry eyed at the new Tricycle Cinema.
 
In a tight spot
The Confined Spaces Regulations were introduced last year to tackle fatalities when working where space is at a premium. Electrical Contractor looks at how to assess the risk.
 
Dangerous liasons
Specifying and installing equipment in hazardous areas is a tricky business. This report tells of things to watch out for.


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