8 AEMT Update
UPDATE FROM THE AEMT SECRETARY In his latest update, Thomas Marks shares details of recent work carried out by the Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades.
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here are mounting threats we read in the news every day, from pandemics to Putin’s assault on Ukraine and the looming crisis of climate change. It’s hard to see the way forward with so much gloom surrounding us. I believe we are going through a significant shake-up, there will be winners and losers, but ultimately if we manage these threats properly, then we will be able to advance ourselves further and quicker than we would have done otherwise. By collaborating, reminding ourselves of our strengths and the opportunities, and being mindful of our weaknesses, humanity’s ingenuity can overcome almost anything! Trade associations are particularly helpful at guiding businesses in times of uncertainty. We are connected to organisations and institutions which are at the centre of policy change. We distil what our members tell us to influence policy direction, and members can unite to share burdens with likeminded individuals. In this first quarter, we have reached out to an organisation called the Manufacturer’s Alliance, which we believe excels at
developing good leadership – endorsed by none other than our honorary President Shaun Sutton at Central Group. Its facilitation of peer groups has helped like-minded people share challenges and aspirations so that others can learn from it. It has helped hold leaders accountable, and to break through boundaries. We will be initiating our first pilot group with the group in this second quarter – if this interests you, please get in touch with me. We have also launched our brand new BSI AEMT Standards Portal, enabling members to access the most current and relevant standards, specifically curated for AEMT members. Members can access over 50 standards via our website for a modest annual fee, including the 60034 series for rotating electrical equipment, ISO quality systems, and 60079 hazardous area standards. We have also produced a brand new repair label for all members who are committed to quality repairs, which reads ‘Sustainably repaired to IEC 60034-23’. For all machines repaired to this standard, members can affix this label to raise awareness of quality repairs, highlighting your affiliation with the AEMT, and promoting good practice. For both the BSI Standards portal and the new repair labels, please email us to place an order or refer to the website for more details. In terms of training, we are excited to be starting our project
Forthcoming AEMT led Courses & Events COURSE TITLE
START DATE
LOCATION
Ex Theory
Tuesday, 10 May 2022
Loughborough
Ex Hands-On
Thursday, 12 May 2022
Loughborough
Ex Refresher
Thursday, 12 May 2022
Loughborough
Ex Refresher
Tuesday, 17 May 2022
Loughborough
Ex Theory
Tuesday, 24 May 2022
Ireland
Ex Hands-On
Thursday, 26 May 2022
Ireland
Ex Refresher
Thursday, 26 May 2022
Ireland
Ex Theory
Sunday, 12 June 2022
Kuala Lumpur
Ex Hands-On
Tuesday, 14 June 2022
Kuala Lumpur
Ex Refresher
Tuesday, 14 June 2022
Kuala Lumpur
Ex Refresher - UK Online
Tuesday, 21 June 2022
Online
Ex Refresher – SE Asia Online
Tuesday, 28 June 2022
Online
Ex Theory
Monday, 11 July 2022
Aberdeen
Ex Hands-On
Wednesday, 13 July 2022
Aberdeen
Ex Refresher
Wednesday, 13 July 2022
Aberdeen
Ex Awareness Course for End Users
Thursday, 14 July 2022
Aberdeen
Ex Refresher - UK Online
Tuesday, 19 July 2022
Online
For more information or to book any of the couses listed please visit www.ex-repair.com Quarter 2 2022
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