Eaton, a power management company in the electrical sector, will hold the first Electricians Day in Nigeria on Thursday in Lagos to build capacity amongst electricians in the country.
The event, according to the organisers, will also feature training, demonstrations, and networking opportunities for operators in the sector.
“This event will bring together leaders across the sector to discuss and deliver their expert knowledge on product counterfeiting, which has been a prevailing issue in the electrical sector, and also collective approach to electrical safety standards which will help in explaining the measures and technical means to prevent harmful and dangerous effects on workers from electrical current, the company said in a release.
Commenting on the event, Kunmi Odunoku, marketing manager, Eaton in West Africa, said, “We believe electricians play a vital role in Electrical installation safety and adherence to relevant standards, which has led to Eaton bringing up the concept “Electrician Day” with the aim of creating a safe space where electricians, electrical wholesalers and dealers have the opportunity to learn, discuss, share their thoughts and opinions on key industry issues with experts and thought leaders.”
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He also said that the event is going to lead to the launch of Eaton’s Anti-Counterfeit Champion Campaign. In his words, “the counterfeiting of well-known brands and products is a growing, worldwide issue. Using counterfeit electrical products can result in a higher risk of failure or malfunction, potentially leading to injuries, loss of life, equipment failure, property damage or fire. This is why we feel there is a need for an anti-counterfeiting campaign.
“We will use the opportunity of this event to kick-start the campaign aimed at educating electricians on fake products and the harm they cause. Some end users do not have knowledge about these products, so it is important for the electricians to help them on that front”.
The event is aimed at educating workers in this industry including Licensed Electrical Contractors Association of Nigeria (LECAN) as well as independent electricians who do not belong to the association and also providing an opportunity for those at the forefront to evolve and help develop the electrical industry in Nigeria.
