Friends: I'd like to make two brief points on the training/NABCEP debate:
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.
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.
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.
Respectfully, William Miller
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