EUSR Impressed Voltage Awareness

£335 +VAT

Course Duration:

Half Day

Format:

In-Person

Location:

Stoneleigh Park

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Course Overview

The EUSR Impressed Voltage (IV) Awareness course provides essential training for operatives, contractors, and supervisors working on or near National Grid assets where impressed voltage hazards may exist. This accredited course equips delegates with the knowledge to recognise, assess, and mitigate IV risks, ensuring safe working practices in high-voltage environments.

Designed to meet National Grid requirements and industry best practice, the course covers the principles of impressed voltage, common sources of IV hazards, and the safe systems of work required to minimise electrical risk. Delegates will gain practical awareness to avoid incidents, comply with industry regulations, and work safely around HV infrastructure, substations, overhead lines, and cable networks.

This training is suitable for all personnel involved in projects near National Grid systems, including contractors, engineers, site operatives, and supervisors, and provides nationally recognised EUSR certification.

This course is designed to provide guidance and best practice for those working on or in proximity to National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) assets, it references NGET procedures and industry practices to support understanding and application in the workplace. It is not an official NGET training course and is not endorsed by or delivered on behalf of NGET.

Course Duration:

Half Day

Format:

In-Person

Location:

Stoneleigh Park

£335 +VAT

Certification Awarded

EUSR Impressed Voltage Awareness Certificate & Card

Valid for

Five Years

Awarding Body

Who should Attend This Course

This impressed voltage awareness training is suitable for:

Contractors and operatives working on or near National Grid infrastructure
Engineers, supervisors and managers overseeing high-voltage projects
Utility workers, cable jointers, and excavation teams exposed to electrical hazards

National Grid mandates that anyone working on or near their sites where impressed voltage hazards exist must complete approved impressed voltage training.

Prerequisites

You must have completed a general health and safety awareness course beforehand. Accepted qualifications include:

EUSR SHEA Power
CSCS card
CITB card
Other equivalent certifications

A basic level of spoken and written English is required to understand the course content and assessments.

The BESC AME authorisation is no longer a prerequisite for this training under the National Grid scheme

What To Have With You To Attend The Course

Photo ID

Assessment

Assessment includes: Written/multiple-choice theory test Oral questioning

Course Content

Delegates will develop a clear understanding of impressed voltage hazards and how to control them safely.

Key topics include:

Impressed Voltage Awareness

Principles and risks associated with impressed voltages
Common sources of IV hazards on National Grid sites
Recognising circumstances or situations where impressed voltage may be present

Safe Working Practices

Correct protocols for accessing HV assets
Documentation, permits, and procedures required for safe work
Safe systems of work to manage and mitigate impressed voltage risks

Site Awareness

Working in proximity to high-voltage cables, overhead power lines, substations, and power generation equipment
Identifying potentially dangerous situations and reporting concerns to responsible personnel
Understanding National Grid Working Practices and Supplier Requirement 234 (formerly TP234)

Compliance & Risk Reduction

Ensuring compliance with National Grid and EUSR impressed voltage awareness requirements
Applying best practice to reduce electrical risk exposure on-site
Raising awareness across all personnel engaged in project delivery

Assessment

Knowledge check covering impressed voltage principles, safe systems of work, and hazard recognition
Delegates must demonstrate understanding to achieve EUSR certification

Additional Information

Delivery Format: Classroom-based instruction with practical scenarios and discussions.
Equipment Provided: Training materials and supporting documentation provided; Delegates are required to bring their own PPE, which must be worn for practical sessions if applicable.
Prerequisites: Suitable for all personnel working on or near National Grid infrastructure; no prior electrical experience is required.
Certification: Successful delegates receive EUSR Impressed Voltage Awareness certification, recognised across the utilities sector.
Health & Safety: Delegates are required to wear full site compliant PPE and are trained to work safely around HV infrastructure, reducing the risk of accidents and promoting compliance with industry standards.
Corporate Value: Supports organisations in meeting National Grid safety requirements, improving workforce competence and reducing exposure to electrical hazards.

R Dingle

Presented by someone who knows what they were teaching... Cheers

D Treeby

Jo is very knowledgeable and has a good presenting style that keeps you engaged

J Killeen

Attending this course is hugely beneficial, learnt a lot & delivered really well. I would recommend to anyone.

T Tanriverdi

I wanted to express my gratitude for the fantastic session you provided on Monday. Everyone was thoroughly impressed with the way you conducted it. Thank you again for your time and expertise.

Ishan

Mick was a very good trainer, it was evident that he had lots of knowledge in this area and he shared some of his experiences in the industry with us, which was very insightful, especially as a graduate electrical engineer.

PC Maloney

Good clear - precise knowledge - Interesting and good information. Thank you.