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Free OFTEC webinars support technicians navigating industry transition
The exclusive webinars are available for free and cover a range of essential topics.
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Insight
Data shows liquid fuels cheapest for heating over past four years
Liquid fuel was the cheapest for heating between 2020-4 according to new findings.
News
Government to review plans to decarbonise off-grid heating following judicial review
Important role for HVO.
Opinion
Future Ready Fuel update
Our winter update on the Future Ready Fuel campaign.
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Insight
Use of fire boards
In this edition of Oil Installer we are talking about fire boards.
Insight
Legislation changes affecting the Isle of Man
New legislative changes will affect technicians who work on the Isle of Man.
News
DESNZ and MNZH visit OFTEC for heat pump training
Anglia Heating Training hosted officials from the DESNZ and Midlands Net Zero Hub for heat pump training.
Insight
“I didn’t know a heat pump was notifiable” is a statement OFTEC has been hearing a lot lately
Adrian Lightwood talks about notifying heat pumps.
News
OFTEC’s autumn webinar series was a hit again
OFTEC's webinars proved popular.
Fuel Price Commentary
Fuel rice commentary Winter 2024
Fuel price commentary from the Winter 2024 issue of Oil Installer
Further Reading
News
OFTEC partners with Which? to boost recognition for reputable technicians
The Trusted Trader partnership will help installers demonstrate credentials.
News
Industry bodies launch up-to-date winter advice for heating oil users
OFTEC urges oil users to get services booked in.
Opinion
The people have voted – but what does it mean for the heating industry?
OFTEC discusses the implications of the new Government for our industry.
Insight
Trustmark: building trust with your customers
Nicola Waller, membership director at TrustMark, explains the benefits of joining TrustMark.
Insight
What else can I get from my OFTEC registration?
A quick guide to the additional benefits OFTEC has sourced as potentially useful to heating professionals.
Insight
Decommissioning and removal of liquid fuel storage tanks
Decommissioning and removing existing fuel storage tanks poses a serious pollution risk, so such work needs to be very carefully planned and executed.
Insight
Uninsulated solid fuel flue pipes to combustible material
OFTEC’s technical department is seeing an increase of solid fuel stoves being installed in fireplace recesses.
News
Book your OFTEC re-assessments early!
OFTEC qualifications last for five years, reassessment should be no later than 12 months after the expiry date of your current certificate.
Insight
Testing heating appliances requires the right equipment
Jonathan Kane of Kane International Ltd explains the vital importance of using the right testing equipment for heating appliances.
News
OFTEC compliance
OFTEC registrations revoked 24 April to 18 July 2024