City & Guilds HVSO2 Safe Access to High Voltage Substations & Switchrooms Course
Our City & Guilds HVSO2: Safe Access to High Voltage Substations & Switchrooms course is a one-day, City & Guilds-accredited programme designed for both electrical and non-electrical personnel who need authorised access to substations or switchrooms, but will not operate high-voltage (HV) equipment. It ensures compliance with Electricity at Work Regulations and established HV safety protocols.
Delivered at our PASS Stockton-on-Tees High Voltage Training Centre, the session combines clear classroom instruction with realistic facility walkthroughs. Participants gain confidence in recognising hazards, following correct entry procedures and working safely within high-voltage zones.
Why enrol on the HVSO2 Safe Access course?
This course equips delegates with the essential knowledge to enter and work safely in high-voltage areas, without operating HV equipment. It offers peace of mind to employers and ensures personnel meet legal and safety criteria.
Delivered by experienced instructors in a dedicated HV facility, the training blends theoretical awareness with practical demonstrations and case studies. Participants leave with a recognised City & Guilds Certificate of Competency (provided candidates pass the written and practical exams).
Course Overview
This one-day programme covers the hazards associated with substations and switchrooms and introduces safety procedures to follow while working near different types of high-voltage equipment. This course focuses on the different types and arrangements of high-voltage equipment in substations and switchrooms, associated electrical hazards, necessary safety precautions, and the steps to take in an emergency.
Course Topics
- Safety requirements
- Electrical hazards and precautions
- Arrangements of high voltage substations
- Basic high voltage safety procedures
- The role of protective relays
- Emergency conditions
- Demonstration of switchgear principles
- Electrical incidents
- Course review
- Operational procedures
- Case studies
- Course review
Anyone required to enter substations or switchrooms for duties like cleaning, meter reading, inspections, or maintenance. This course is curated for professionals who will not be interacting with HV equipment directly.
Yes, the Safe Access to High Voltage Substations & Switchrooms Course (HVSO2) is accredited by City & Guilds.
No formal electrical qualifications are needed. However, attendees should be over 18 years of age, have a good level of written and spoken English, and have a basic awareness of electricity.
You will be assessed via a written exam and a practical exam. Upon completing the course and passing both tests, you will receive a Certificate of Competency accredited by City & Guilds.
Yes. If you choose not to sit the tests or don’t pass them, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
HVSO2 is for safe entry only. It does not cover switching operations. For authorised switching responsibilities, consider the HVSO1 Authorised Person or SAP (Senior Authorised Person) level qualifications.
24 hours (Mon-Fri).
