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With the objective of collaborating with the purpose of encouraging adherence to standards and safety, the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) on January 28 met with officials from the Government Electrical Inspectorate (GEI).

President of the Chamber, Mr. Kester Hutson; Councillor, Mr. Keon Howard, and Chairperson of the Construction and HSSE Committee, Ms. Savira Ramroop met with Chief Electrical Inspector, Mr. Kevon Grimmond and Electrical Engineer, Mr. Joseph Peters.

Discussions touched on collaborating for awareness on certification and inspections and fostering safe practices in the electrical industry. The GEI team indicated that they are seeking to have legislation implemented to provide for continuous inspection during the construction and installation process.

The two parties agreed to host sensitisation sessions with the Chamber’s membership.