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Pre-Competent Person Training

£375 +VAT
Course Duration:
One Day
Format:
In-Person
Location:
Stoneleigh Park, Trafford Park
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Course Overview

Our Pre-Competent Person Training course is designed to support individuals preparing to progress towards the role of Competent Person when working on National Grid substations.

This instructor-led programme provides structured, face-to-face preparation covering the core knowledge areas referenced within National Grid Competent Person Substation training, particularly NSI 6 and NSI 8 requirements. The course strengthens delegates’ understanding of safety rules, responsibilities, and operational expectations before attending formal National Grid Competent Person assessment training.

It is ideal for contractor personnel who already hold NG Person authorisation and want to build confidence, improve technical understanding, and develop the knowledge required to operate safely and effectively within high-voltage substation environments.

The training focuses on developing awareness of safety responsibilities, hazard management, and the procedural framework required to work towards Competent Person status under UK health and safety legislation.

Course Duration:
One Day
Format:
In-Person
Location:
Stoneleigh Park, Trafford Park
£375 +VAT

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Course Content

This Pre-Competent Person Training Course provides guided learning and discussion across key National Grid safety topics, supported by tutor-led exercises and practice assessment questions.

Topics covered include:

  • Overview of National Grid Safety Rules and supporting guidance
  • Understanding NSI 30 requirements for safe working in substations
  • Introduction to NSI 6 and NSI 8 principles and expectations
  • Roles and responsibilities within controlled HV environments
  • Legal duties under UK health and safety legislation
  • Hazard identification and risk assessment fundamentals
  • Safe Systems of Work and control measures
  • High-level overview of impressed voltage hazards
  • Practical scenario discussions and knowledge-check exercises
  • Preparation for National Grid Competent Person Substation training and assessment

Learning Outcomes

  • Upon successful completion, delegates will be able to:
  • Understand the responsibilities associated with progressing towards Competent Person status
  • Interpret key National Grid Safety Rules relevant to substations
  • Recognise hazards associated with high-voltage environments, including impressed voltage risks
  • Apply basic risk assessment principles and hazard control measures
  • Demonstrate improved knowledge of NSI 6 and NSI 8 requirements
  • Prepare effectively for NG Competent Person Substation training and assessment

Useful documentation includes:

  • National Grid Safety Rules and Guidance
  • NSI 30 – Working Safely in Substations
  • NSI 6 and NSI 8 requirements
  • UK Health and Safety legislation including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
  • Risk assessment and Safe System of Work principles

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