NG Person Overhead Lines (OHL)

Course details

The NG Person Overhead Lines course is designed for individuals who require access to overhead line sites managed by the National Grid. It introduces the essential health and safety knowledge needed to operate safely in these environments, particularly where live high-voltage systems are present.

Who Should Attend

This training is mandatory for:

• Contractors and visitors requiring escorted or unescorted access to overhead lines
• New employees needing Person status for National Grid sites
• Individuals preparing for Competent Person (CP) progression

Learning Outcomes

Participants will leave the course with an understanding of:

• Hazards present in overhead line environments
• The role and responsibilities of a National Grid Person
• The importance of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Emergency procedures and safe site behaviour

Assessment & Certification

• Multiple-choice written assessment
• Certificate of training valid for 3 years
• Recognised across all National Grid overhead line sites

Prerequisites

• Attendees must have a valid sponsor from the National Grid or an approved contractor
• Must be medically fit for site access (a recent occupational health check may be required)
• You must hold one of the following Health & Safety Authorisations:
  • EUSR SHEA
  • CITB HSA
  • Emergency First Aid at Work certificate (EFAW)
  • IOSH
  • NEBOSH
  • CSCS card
  • ECS card
  • CISRS card
  • ECITB CCNSG Safety Passport
  • Or an equivalent certification

Duration & Delivery

• 1-day in-person training
• The National Grid Person OHL course is available exclusively at National Grid approved site at Eakring in Nottinghamshire. 
• Days Available: Thursday
• Time: 08:15 am - 4:00 pm

Why This Course Matters

Working near high-voltage overhead lines requires a strong safety culture. This course ensures personnel understand the expectations and procedures that protect both themselves and the infrastructure.

Useful documentation

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

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)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is NG Person training the same for substations and overhead lines?
A: No — while both fall under the ‘Person’ status requirements, the environments and hazards differ. This course focuses specifically on overhead lines.

Q: How long does NG Person status last?
A: Typically 3 years, after which refresher training is required.

You might also be interested in the following courses

• NG Person Substations
• NG Person Subs Online Renewal
• NG Person OHL Online Renewal
• NG Competent Person Subs
• NG Restoration of Motive Power (ROMP)
• NG Competent Person OHL CPA
• NG Competent Person OHL CPB
• NG Competent Person OHL CPC
• NG Competent Person OHL CPD 
• BESC AME Subs
• BESC AME OHL

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