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.
OFTEC
News
OFTEC’s autumn webinar series was a hit again
OFTEC's webinars proved popular.
Opinion
Labour urged to keep promises made to rural households on Energy Act anniversary
OFTEC and UKIFDA are calling on the new Government to keep its commitment to off-grid households
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.
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
Understanding public liability – why you need insurance
Trade Direct Insurance explains the importance or public liability insurance.
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.
Opinion
Is there hope for optimism and a role for sustainable biofuels in the Republic?
It has been an interesting spring and summer. The local elections in the Republic have come and gone with several surprises; both Green MEPs failed ...
News
OFTEC compliance
OFTEC registrations revoked 24 April to 18 July 2024
News
Sam Limer joins the inspection team
OFTEC welcomes Sam Limer, who is joining the OFTEC inspection team.
Fuel Price Commentary
Fuel price commentary – 2024 Autumn
Fuel price commentary from the Autumn 2024 issue of Oil Installer
Opinion
OFTEC urges heating businesses to explore new apprenticeship funding
OFTEC supports technicians with free registration for apprentices.
Opinion
The new government must align with industry and consumers for net zero to be successful
A call from OFTEC for equal policy support for renewable liquid fuels.
Insight
OFTEC Conference highlights an industry primed for renewable liquid fuel rollout
The renewable liquid fuel industry is primed to deliver once new government gives the green light.
Insight
Future Ready Fuel campaign update
This year marks a new phase in our work to secure the long-term future for liquid fuel heating.
Opinion
BUS scheme rules relaxed but OFTEC expresses concern
OFTEC has added its voice to those expressing concern about recent changes to the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) announced by the Government.
Interview
OFTEC technician forum
OFTEC held a forum for registered technicians in March to get direct feedback on its training and registration schemes.
Insight
HVO demonstration project provides pathway for decarbonisation of oil heating
OFTEC and UKIFDA are confident that their demonstration project has made a conclusive case for the use of HVO in heating.
Insight
OFTEC assessments – how are they developed?
When OFTEC develops a new set of assessments there is a process to be followed.
Opinion
Can Northern Ireland lead the way for sustainable liquid fuels?
A holistic approach to any future heat policy or energy strategy is required.
News
Federation of Small Businesses – discounted membership
OFTEC registered businesses can now save 10% on FSB annual membership.