The results of a?survey carried out by plumbing assurance scheme show that more than half of the nations plumbers are working a lot more than the stated maximum hours of work as stipulated by the Eus Working Time Directive. This survey reveals that 54% of plumbers work longer than 48 hours in a week, and 26% work between 40-48 hours, with only 13% working between 35-40 hours. A Brixton Plumber works within the rules. Around 94% of plumbing professionals say their long hours have had a negative affect on their home and social life. As a result, 61% of plumbers said they have needed to increase the hours they work over the past ten years. They were asked if they thought the recession had impacted their business, and 77% said yes. Another 41% said customers now say that the cost is the most important issue, rather than who is the best tradesman for the job. The plumbing community also claim that their increase in working hours is down to social media. Almost?73% of plumbers surveyed said they thought technology and social media had made them feel like they were constantly working and they were not able to stop. But, 27% said this was a positive thing as it has provided more opportunities for work. Brixton Plumbers work realistic hours. Mr Kevin Wellman, who is the CEO of the CIPHE, says he is in no doubt that this recession has had an affect affect on all of us in one way or another. but he is concerned to see the amount of plumbers who work more hours than the working time directive states to remain competitive. Mr Wellman felt that it is important that the industry addresses the issue, as the long hours could have an affect on installations as on their home life. He stated that if they are to attract young people to the industry, that the hours are sensible and safe and the industry is better regulated, and safe place for tradesmen to work.
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