Approved Contractor Person Scheme
Corporate members enrolled on the Register of Plumbers can achieve government recognition by applying to become an Approved Contractor Person (ACP) who can self-certify under the Water Regulations (Bylaws in Scotland).
Directory Database
Every day CIPHE is inundated with calls from the public searching for professional plumbers or heating engineers. In fulfilling its role as a professional body, the CIPHE supplies contact details of members on the database via phone, fax and email.
For a small annual charge of £38 (including VAT), self-employed Fellows, Members and Associates have the opportunity to be included in the Directory Database which offers :
- inclusion on the popular website www.ciphe.org.uk;
- the opportunity to be included in the CIPHE "corporate" advertising schemes in Yellow Pages and Thomson Directories at advantageous rates;
- identification to the public via phone, fax and email
Branching out
CIPHE is made up of a network of Branches. Each Branch is run voluntarily by dedicated members of the CIPHE. Members are affiliated to a Branch in their area (or overseas division) most of which hold Continuing Professional Development events and Technical Evenings for its members. Branch activities offer a good way of meeting like-minded people, networking, expanding knowledge and personal development.
Technical literature and support
The CIPHE is the technical body for the industry. We publish a wide range of technical information including Dataflow sheets, Databyte notes, technical papers and the internationally recognised Plumbing Engineering Services Design Guide. It works in conjunction with other bodies to produce technical information and can be contacted by members for information on seminars, technical literature and technical queries.
Magazines
Our P&HE bi-monthly magazine is packed with technical articles, the latest from the industry and changes in regulations. An informative read, P&HE magazine includes professional development articles and pull-out technical literature for reference.
We also produce "Connected" which gives members news on what's going on in their Branches, details of awards, etc.
Further your career
Membership of the Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering can lead to further qualifications, such as registration with the ECuk as and Engineering Technician or Incorporated Engineer. Licentiateship of the City & Guilds of London Institute, or you may be eligible to obtain the Master Plumber Certificate.
Members Only Area
Members of the CIPHE have their very own private website closed to the public and non-members. The Members Only Area contains downloadable Dataflow Sheets, a Members Only Forum, holds information on membership services and carries a wealth of other information of use to members. The Members Only Area is a growing part of the Institute's internet presence.
Any more membership Services?
Membership of the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering also gives access to a number of membership services supplied through Plumbing Promotions Ltd., a company which convenants all its profits to the CIPHE. These currently include :
- A legal helpline (advice given in initial telephone call is free)
- Discounts on Contractors Liability Insurance
- Independent financial advice
- Mortgages
- Discounted vehicle insurance
- Discounted workwear and footwear
- Discounted pipes and fittings
- Discounted training courses (offere by some of our Industrial Associates)
- Discount on hotel leisure breaks
- Website design service
- National car rental
So what are you waiting for? Go to the How to Join section and request a membership pack crammed full of reasons why, as a plumbing and heating professional, you should be a member of the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering. Alternatively, download the application forms and return to us for a speedier response.