NG Competent Person Overhead Lines (OHL) CPA LAC ONLY Non-Application of Drain Earths e.g., Civil Works

Course details

This National Grid Competent Person (CP) course is designed specifically for Overhead Line (OHL) environments where access is needed under a Limited Access Certificate (LAC) — but without the application of drain earths.

It is ideal for personnel undertaking non-electrical tasks such as civil engineering works, inspections, or painting, where there is no direct interaction with live conductors.

Who Should Attend

• Contractors or site personnel requiring LAC access under National Grid Safety Rules
• Individuals involved in non-electrical works near overhead lines (e.g., civils, inspections, painting)
• Existing Persons seeking CP authorisation for LAC-only responsibilities

Course Content

• Roles and responsibilities of a Competent Person (LAC context)
• Introduction to National Grid Safety Rules
• Issuing and accepting Limited Access Certificates
• Risk assessments and control measures in OHL environments
• Working near overhead conductors without applying earths
• Site coordination, safe access, and task supervision procedures
• Emergency and escalation protocols

Learning Outcomes

Delegates will:

• Understand their responsibilities as a CP in an LAC-only context
• Safely manage site access without engaging in electrical works
• Demonstrate compliance with National Grid OHL safety procedures
• Gain authorisation for CP status for specific non-electrical OHL activities

Prerequisites

In order to be eligible for NG Competent Person Substations NSI6 and NSI8 full course, you will need to hold

• An NG Person OHL 
• And have evidence of 9 days on a National Grid Working Party Register with Safety Document Numbers
• Or hold an existing NG Competent Person OHL

If you have previously held National Grid Competent Person within the last 2 years, then additional evidence is not normally required.

Course Format & Location

• Duration: 1 Day
• Format: Instructor-led with practical components
• Location: This National Grid training and assessment is only available at the following locations:-
  • Eakring, Nottinghamshire (Tues to Friday most weeks) 
  • Blackley, Manchester (Mon to Friday) 
  • Graveley, Hertfordshire (Mon to Thursday most weeks) 
  • Melksham, Wiltshire (1 week a month) 
  • Littlebrook, Kent (1 week a month) 
  • Langley Park, Durham (2 to 3 days a month) 

Important Booking Information

Please note: This course is typically delivered for groups of four or more. If you have fewer than four delegates, please contact us — we may be able to coordinate with other contractors to arrange a suitable session.

Why This Course Matters

The NG CP – OHL LAC Only course ensures that individuals involved in non-electrical tasks near high-voltage overhead lines understand and apply the correct safety controls, documentation procedures, and access permissions without requiring full electrical competence or drain earth application.

Useful documentation

• National Grid NSI 30
• National Grid Safety Rules and Guidance
• NSI 2
• NSI 4
• NSI 6
• NSI 8

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does this course allow me to apply drain earths or work on conductors?
A: No. This course qualifies you for LAC-only access, not electrical work. For CP drain earth application, a different course is required.

Q: Is this suitable for sub-contractors doing site prep or civil engineering?
A: Yes — it is ideal for those needing safe access without live line interaction.

To Book Your Training

The National Grid Authorisation Training can only be booked either directly with NG or through the live NG Booking Portal via an approved provider, such as ourselves.

To Book this training please contact us on 01926 674340 or email Training@Pragmatic-consulting.co.uk

Required Information

To book a place, you will need to provide the following details:

• Delegate’s full name
• Delegate’s date of birth
• Delegate’s mobile number
• Delegate’s EUSR number (if applicable)
• Confirmation of Health & Safety Authorisation
• Payment or Purchase Order (PO)

You might also be interested in the following courses

• NG Person Substations
• NG Person OHL
• NG Person Subs Online Renewal
• NG Person OHL Online Renewal
• NG Competent Person Subs
• NG Competent Person OHL CPA
• NG Competent Person OHL CPB
• NG Competent Person OHL CPD
• NG Competent Person Overhead Lines (OHL) CPC LAC & PFW Application of Drain Earths (No Access onto Conductors) e.g., Tower Painters who Earth
• BESC AME Subs
• BESC AME OHL

If you have any questions about this or any other course, please get in touch on 01926 674340