HSG47 Training – Cat and Genny Substation Use (2 days)

Every Wednesday and Thursday | Delivered in Wales, Abercynon or On-Site

What is HSG47 Substation Use?

HSG47 is a key health and safety guide from the HSE, outlining safe digging methods when working near underground services. Our training ensures operatives learn these guidelines, with a specific focus on HSG47 Substation use and effectively using cat and genny devices.

About the HSG47 Substation Course

The HSG47 Substation course is a two-day, EUSR-accredited training programme designed for anyone working near or around high-voltage (HV) underground cables and substations. This course is the required training for those working in or near HV cable environments, as it replaces the previous course which is being phased out.

Who Should Attend This HSG47 Substation Course?

This HSG47 Substation course is ideal for:

• Utility and civil engineering workers involved in excavation or cable detection in substation environments.
• Contractors accessing National Grid or DNO infrastructure.
• Those who previously completed the HV Substations course.
• Site supervisors, groundworkers, and cable engineers.

What You’ll Learn

This course teaches delegates the practical skills needed for HSG47 Substation use and safe working practices, including how to:

✅ Work safely where HV underground cables are present.

✅ Understand and apply HSG47 guidance and safety legislation.

✅ Use Cable Avoidance Tools (cat and genny substation) in all modes (Power, Radio, and Genny).

✅ Interpret utility service drawings and records.

✅ Plan safe systems of work, conduct risk assessments, and excavate safely.

✅ React to cable strikes and emergency scenarios.

Course Format

✅ Duration: 2 days (Delivered weekly)

✅ Assessment: A written theory test and a practical skills assessment.

✅ Certification: EUSR registration (valid for 3 years).

✅ Location Options: At our Abercynon Training Centre or on-site at your location.

Key Benefits of HSG47 Substation Course:

• Meet National Grid and DNO training requirements.
• The course includes cat and genny substation training, meeting HSG47 standards.
• Delivered weekly for maximum flexibility.
• EUSR registration ensures recognition across the UK utility and infrastructure sectors.

Find more Cat and Genny training courses here:

👉 EUSR Cat 1

👉 RD8200 Series Training

👉 Safe Digging Excavating Practices

👉 EUSR Combined Category 1 and 2 Training

👉 HSG47 Training HV Underground Cable Safety

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