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Is my testing equipment covered under my policy?

Is my testing equipment covered under my policy?

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Yes, if you select Owned Plant and Tools cover this covers equipment used for work you undertake.

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Am I covered to work with other trades?

Am I covered to work with other trades?

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You are covered for the terms provided in your policy whilst providing activities you are qualified to do. If they are your employees, you will need Employers’ Liability cover. If other self-employed tradespeople are working with you, they will need their own insurance.

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Does electrician’s insurance cover tools stored in vans overnight?

Does electrician’s insurance cover tools stored in vans overnight?

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You need to select Tools in Trade as part of Owned Plant and Tools cover to ensure you have the right cover for your tools stored in a van. We can insure up to £5000 worth of tools from theft, if left in a locked vehicle and left unattended.

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Are apprentices covered under my supervision?

Are apprentices covered under my supervision?

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You need to select Employers’ Liability cover to ensure all employees including apprentices are covered when working for you.

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Do I need to be Part P registered to get electrician’s liability insurance?

Do I need to be Part P registered to get electrician’s liability insurance?

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You will not be asked about being Part P registered when you purchase a policy, but it will be necessary to provide proof you are qualified to do the activity, in the event of a claim.

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Do I need different insurance for commercial vs residential work?

Do I need different insurance for commercial vs residential work?

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You are covered for the terms provided in your policy whether you are providing services to commercial or residential situations.

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Do I need to update my insurance when gaining new qualifications?

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No, you will not be asked about your qualifications when you purchase a policy, but it will be necessary to provide proof you are qualified to do the activity, in the event of a claim.

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Can I get insurance if I’m a newly qualified electrician?

Can I get insurance if I’m a newly qualified electrician?

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Yes, when you get a quote for electrician’s insurance with us, we ask how long you’ve been trading. If you’re new to the trade, we can still cover you as long as you hold relevant qualifications.

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How does working with high voltage systems affect my insurance?

How does working with high voltage systems affect my insurance?

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You are not required to disclose this to us, however you will need to ensure you have undertaken and obtained suitable training and/or qualifications to work in the environments and with the tools needed for these situations.

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Does my insurance cover me for electrical inspections and testing?

Does my insurance cover me for electrical inspections and testing?

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Yes, if you select the trade Electrical Testing then this is defined as you providing electrical inspecting and testing.

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