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<font size=3>Friends:<br><br>
I'd like to make two brief points on the training/NABCEP
debate:<br><br>
1. If I thought NABCEP certification would get me one more job I'd
normally lose to a low-ball bidder, I'd be inclined to sit for the test,
but it won't.<br><br>
2. Most solar electric installers could not be considered
electricians. Until they learn the trade, they are not qualified to
install the most basic grid tie system. Conversely, many
electricians with the most basic electrical skills think they know all
that needs to be known to design and install solar-electric. Wrong
again.<br><br>
I don't support the IBEW concept of taking over the solar industry by
force, but I do respect their concept of actually encouraging well
rounded electrician's skills. How many solar installers can
actually lay an offset into a stick of EMT? Not many. Most
are glorified stereo installers, plugging and praying.<br><br>
Respectfully,<br><br>
William Miller<br>
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