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We recently donated a new Samsung Galaxy tablet to the Emergency Department at the Conquest Hospital in Hastings. We met with Michael Collinson - Paediatric Charge Nurse, Dr Danni Vidler - Consultant in Emergency Medicine and Becky Bell - Matron whilst there and handed over the tablet in their designated children's emergency room.

The tablet has been provided as a distraction tool for children as they undergo medical procedures there at the hospital. Matron - Becky Bell said "We would like to thank CDS Electrical for donating this tablet. We will use it to distract children when we have to undertake tests, procedures or investigations. We know from using our own phones in the past what a difference it will make."
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Above (left to right): 
​Michael Collinson - Paediatric Charge Nurse, Dr Danni Vidler - Consultant in Emergency Medicine, Becky Bell - Matron & Clive Arnold - CDS Electrical

Take a look at the official blog post published by the East Sussex Healthcare on January 2nd 2019. ​https://www.esht.nhs.uk/2019/01/02/mobile-tablet-device-donated-to-emergency-department/

#nhs #nationalhealthservice #givingback #cds #cdselectrical #donation #tablet

Christmas done safely, or CDS for short. This is our second post in the lead-up to Christmas over electrical safety at Christmas time.

Not having enough vacant plug sockets around the home is an issue that many of us now face. The surge of electrical products over recent years has ballooned our demand for additional sockets. An increase in electrical goods without the installation of wall sockets leaves us with only one option; the use of extension leads.
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Most people have extension leads in their homes, using 4-way or 6-way bar adaptors to increase the number of appliances that they can plug into a single wall socket. However, just because the extension lead has space for four or six items, it doesn't always mean it is safe to do so.

At Christmas time, the need for plug sockets only worsens with the introduction of multiple sets of lights, dancing Santas and bobbing snowmen. 
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• Check the current rating of the extension lead before plugging appliances into it. Most are rated at 13 A, but some are rated at only 10 A or less - the rating should be clearly marked on the back or underside of the extension lead. If not, refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Never overload an extension lead by plugging in appliances that together will exceed the maximum current rating stated for the extension lead. This could cause the plug in the wall socket to overheat and possibly cause a fire.
• Only use one socket extension lead per socket and never plug an extension lead into another extension lead.
• Use a multi-way bar extension lead rather than a block adaptor, as this will put less strain on the wall socket. Some block adaptors do not have a fuse, which increases the risk of overloading and fire.
• Consider having additional sockets installed if you regularly rely on extension leads and adaptors. Be sure to use a registered electrician (such as ourselves) to carry out the installation work to your property. Please call us on 01323 734162 to arrange for a free quotation to your property.​​
• Use the overload calculator (below) to check if you’re exceeding the maximum load. Please not this is just advisory and you should still check the Amps of your appliances before plugging them all in. Overload calculator is kindly provided by https://www.electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk​​

#christmasdonesafely #cds #christmas #safety #firesafety #extensionlead

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After 12 months packed away in the loft, Christmas lights can easily become electrically unsafe. To help prevent the most common electrical problems with Christmas lights and to enjoy a safe and happy festive season, we recommend the following precautions and checks;
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• Read and follow the manufacturers' instructions
• Check your Christmas lights are not damaged/ broken and that there are no loose wires before use
• Use only replacement bulbs that are the same type and rating as those originally supplied with the lights
• Ensure all outdoor lights are connected via a 30mA RCD protected socket
• Replace failed lamps immediately to prevent overheating
• Ensure plugs and transformers are plugged in indoors, even if the lighting is suitable for outdoor use.
• Switch your lights off and unplug them before you go to bed or go out
• Keep lights away from flammable decorations and materials that can burn easily

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• Use lights outdoors unless they are specifically designed for outdoor use
• Connect different lighting sets together
• Connect lights to the supply whilst still in the packaging
• Remove or insert lamps whilst the chain is connected to the supply
• Overload sockets - try to avoid the use of extension leads or adaptors
• Attempt to repair faulty lights. Instead, replace them
• Use lights that are damaged or faulty

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#christmassafety #healthandsafety #firesafety #christmas #safety #decorations #cds #cdselectrical

Truly scrumptious, utterly divine, moist - just some of the words and phrases thrown around on the morning of our 2018 coffee morning in support of Macmillan Cancer Support Charity. Take a look below at the delicious cakes and bakes that were on offer.

#cds #cdselectrical #macmillan #coffeemorning #worldslargestcoffeemorning #charity #cake

We'd like to say a massive thank-you to everyone who came along to our 2018 @macmillancoffee morning and to those who baked goods. Together, we raised a mouth-watering £300.41. An incredible amount from a bit of tea and cake. A great community effort all round.

Keep an eye out on our next blog post for a gallery showcasing the delicious cakes and bakes we had on offer.
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#cds #cdselectrical #macmillan #worldslargestcoffeemorning #charity #fundraising #cake

On Friday 28th September 2018 from 10am onwards, Corin Dudley Electrical Services Ltd are hosting their annual Macmillan Coffee morning right here at our Polegate offices. Pop on down to Unit F1, Chaucer Business Park, Dittons Road, Polegate, BN26 6QH and tuck into some of the delicious cakes and bakes that will be on sale.

From scrumptious clotted cream and strawberry jam scones to chocolate chip and almond oat cookies, and from mouth-watering sausage rolls to vegan flapjacks, we have it all.

All money raised on the day go to the Macmillan Cancer Support charity. This is our third year in a row we will be having a coffee morning at CDS Electrical. Having raised over £400 already, we are hoping to break £500 with this year's proceeds.

#coffeemorning #macmillan #charity #cakesale #fundraising #cds #electricians #eastbourne

Saturday 8th September saw the 3rd annual CDS Electrical Pier to Pier challenge take place. The 15.2 mile walk that takes you from Eastbourne Pier along the Sussex coastline to Hastings Pier has grown in popularity over the years and this year we were delighted to see over 30 people take part. 

Money is still rolling in, but as of typing this blog post, £1,090 has been raised for Chestnut Tree House Children's Hospice and we are confident plenty more is still to come in.

If you would like to help the cause and contribute to our fundraising efforts, please head to our official just giving page: https://justgiving.com/fundraising/cds-p2p-18 . Thank-you.

Take a look below for some of the photos taken at the 2018 Pier to Pier Challenge. The weather was  on our side and there were smiles all round.
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#event #charity #p2p #piertopier #challenge #chestnuttreehouse #cds #cdselectrical

On Friday 28th September 2018, Corin Dudley Electrical Services Ltd will be hosting a Macmillan Coffee Morning for another year running. Last year was a great success and we are happy to announce we have a couple of new members of staff who have joined the company and are looking forward to baking a wide selection of cakes and bakes for you to tuck into.

A morning of eating cake, drinking tea (or coffee if you'd prefer), having a natter whilst also helping out a great charity by raising vital funds. 

Head on down to Unit F1, Chaucer Business Park, Dittons Road, Polegate, BN26 6QH on Friday 28th September at 10am. We will be hosting the coffee morning until 12noon, so plenty of time to try a wedge of our award winning victoria sponge, or a slice of our zesty lemon drizzle bake.
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#bakesale #coffeemorning #charirty #cake #polegate #cds #cdselectrical

Our annual Pier to Pier Challenge that takes us from Eastbourne Pier to Hastings Pier is now in its third year and is continuing to grow in popularity. 

With the date set in the diary for Saturday 8th September 2018, there is less than one month to go until we all set off along the Sussex coast. 
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#event #charity #p2p18 #eastbourne #hastings

On Sunday 8th July 2018, 12 members of staff from CDS Electrical headed up to Dorking in Surrey to take part in the 2018 Operation Mud in aid of Chestnut Tree House Children's Hospice. We took part last year and really enjoyed it so naturally we were very excited to hear it was returning for a second year. 

We wanted to look our best on the course despite the inevitability of being covered in mud from head to toe. Camouflage vests, headbands and war paint. Perfect.
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It was a great event and well organised by Chestnut Tree House. We were the largest team there with twelve participants and collectively raised hundreds of pounds for the charity. We are already looking forward to next year.
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#event #charity #operationmud #chestnutreethouse #cds #cdselectrical #surrey