Beware of dubious craftsmen: WKO gives important tips!

Beware of dubious craftsmen: WKO gives important tips!

With the upcoming Christmas holidays, the surprising technical emergencies in many households are also a big topic. Johannes Weiß from the Styria Chamber of Commerce raises the alarm and warns of dubious emergency services that can often be found on the Internet. These providers attract extremely affordable prices that start from 38 euros. "Such dumping prices are usually a sign of fraud," explains Weiß and emphasizes the importance of paying attention to the imprint and the contact details of the providers. If you cannot find this information or if the company is not listed in the directory of the Austria Chamber of Commerce, you should keep your distance from the clear recommendation of white. He emphasizes that transparency and tested providers are crucial to avoid unexpected costs and damage. In urgent cases, he advises you to find serious craftsmen directly at the WKO, especially when it comes to delicate technical problems such as heating failures or pipe breaks. This information was provided by kosmo.at

digital training for the future

While the search for reliable craftsmen has become a winter challenge, the Austria Chamber of Commerce also develops innovative solutions for the future. With the new training platform Wîse Up, digital learning for apprentices in the field of installation and building technology is revolutionized. According to Manfred Denk, the Federal Guild of Sanitary and Heating Installers, this platform not only facilitates the transfer of knowledge between vocational schools and operations, but also appeals to the digital habit of young people because it is accessible via smartphones. Apprentices can use interactive learning videos, exercises and tests to prepare themselves for exams or to deepen specific knowledge. In addition to regular lessons, the platform is already used in eleven vocational schools and promises to make the industry fit for the digital future. The yellow installer reported in detail about the promising developments of this education initiative.