Apprentice starting out need advice

[Apprentice14]

Started an apprenticeship in September but I can't seem to get the basics right, it's frustrating myself and my mentor, is there any tips or advice someone can give to be consistent in my work and how to improve? Thanks in advance!

 

[Rickster123]

Hi welcome to the forum. What sort of basics are you struggling with?

 

[missplumb]

what aspect can you not grasp? If you only started in september then i wouldnt worry too much but take everything in that your mentor tells you, ask loads of questions, pre-empt what tools he will need and have them ready when he needs them. Read books, its all about learning. Im assuming your just out of school.

 

[Apprentice14]

Hi mate, still on basics like toilet cysterns, sinks and radiators haven't started any pipe work yet, just not getting them right always seems to be a mistake every time..

 

[Apprentice14]

Just turned 18, can't seem to keep my focus during work Aswell always seem to be switching off, is it me or is this normal for an apprentice? there's so much to take in

 

[Rickster123]

Hi mate, still on basics like toilet cysterns, sinks and radiators haven't started any pipe work yet, just not getting them right always seems to be a mistake every time..

You're expected to make mistakes. Mistakes are how you learn. Don't rush. Think ahead and plan things out in your mind before you start.
It all takes time. And don't be afraid to ask questions.

 

[Apprentice14]

Thanks for the quick reply, is there anything I can do in the house you'd recommend that can benefit me in anyway? I really want to succeed and become a good plumber but its frustrating being a slow starter

 

[missplumb]

that could just be because its all new to you and your panicking at getting things wrong. are you doing day release and time on the job or just college course.
do your homework, look in books and try to follow the system in your house. You learn by mistakes and any good mentor knows that and wont be on your back about it.

 

[zzzjim]

If you do decide to practice at home with Poundland pipe slices , cheap tools only half work !

 

[turnpin]

Hi apprentice14 you have made a good move joining the forums.......it will get easier some of us have been doing this for many years and from time to time come on here for advice ....stick with it and as said ask if you are not sure......oh and stay off your phone...lol....all the best regards Turnpin:welcome: