Every Wednesday and Thursday | Delivered in Wales, Abercynon or On-SiteWhat 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 HSG47 substation 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 CourseThe 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 HSG47 substation training course is the required training for those working in or near HV cable environments, as it replaces the previous substation course which is being phased out.HSG47 Substation Training Course FormatDuration: 2 days (Delivered weekly)Assessment: A written theory test and a practical skills assessment.HSG47 Substation Certificate: EUSR registration (valid for 3 years).Location Options: At our Abercynon Training Centre or on-site at your location. Who Should Attend This HSG47 Substation Course?This HSG47 Substation training 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. Topics Covered in Our HSG47 Substation Course:This HSG47 substation 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. Key Benefits of HSG47 Substation Course:Meet National Grid and DNO training requirements.The substation 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 SafetyExceptional Clients FeedbackEXCELENT5Based on 1038 reviewsReview us on Was really good and learned a lot and learnt new things Bethan ShortOctober 16, 2025 Great training course very informative engaging and funny Abigail JonesOctober 16, 2025 I have enjoyed my first aid training from Stephen ward, very professional and couldn't ask for better. Thank you Stephen ?. Danielle YoungOctober 8, 2025 My trainer Stephen ward explained the coarse very well and made it easy to understand and enjoyable at the same time. Paul FoxallOctober 8, 2025 Fantastic course by Stephen Ward,very informative and enjoyable,would definitely recommend Gareth FrancisOctober 8, 2025 Great! Would recommend Julie BowenSeptember 26, 2025 I was very intrigued and interested throughout the course. I learned many useful facts and information Hannah WaltersSeptember 26, 2025 Stephen’s demonstrations were both enjoyable and highly educational Alexandru OprisSeptember 24, 2025
