MEP Con Ed Blog

What Happens If a Trade License Expires?
If your electrician, plumber, gas fitter, construction supervisor or hoisting license expires, the safest assumption is that you should stop performing work that requires an active license until the licensing

Confined Space vs. Permit-Required Confined Space: What Workers Should Know
The terms confined space and permit-required confined space are often used as though they mean the same thing. Under Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules, however, they describe two

What Counts as the 6 Hours of Professional Development for Massachusetts Electricians?
If you hold a Massachusetts electrical license, you may already know about the required 15-hour electrical code update. What sometimes causes confusion is the other part of the continuing education

Massachusetts Electrician Continuing Education: Do You Need 15 or 21 Hours for the 2026–2028 Code Cycle?
Massachusetts electricians beginning the new code cycle often have the same question: Do I need the 15-hour NEC Code Update or the complete 21-hour continuing education course? The answer depends

Rhode Island Electrical Continuing Education: Online Renewal Guide
If you hold a Rhode Island electrical license, continuing education is an important part of keeping your license active and in good standing. Before renewal, certain Rhode Island electricians must

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Renewing Your Trade License
Let’s be honest: renewing a trade license is not usually at the top of anyone’s favorite task list. Whether you are an electrician, plumber, gas fitter, hoisting operator, construction supervisor,