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EPIT Expands Industry Training Portfolio with High Voltage Authorised Person Course

EPIT Expands Industry Training Portfolio with
High Voltage Authorised Person Course

Building on its strong reputation for delivering specialist training in hazardous and industrial environments, EPIT Group (EPIT) has introduced a new High Voltage Authorised Person course tailored to meet the operational and regulatory demands of today’s electrical professionals.

Designed in accordance with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 (EAWR), the course supports compliance and safety for those operating, maintaining, or controlling high voltage (HV) electrical systems. It reflects EPIT’s ongoing commitment to upskilling engineers with relevant, real world knowledge that aligns with company safety rules and mandatory standards.

The course is relevant for engineering professionals across multiple sectors including oil and gas, renewables, and construction, where high voltage systems are integral to operations.

It is particularly valuable for those working within the NHS and MOD sectors, where robust electrical infrastructure is mission-critical. NHS healthcare facilities rely on complex high voltage systems to power vital equipment and maintain patient safety, requiring staff competency in Health Technical Memorandum 06-03 (HTM 06-03) compliance. Similarly, MOD establishments depend on secure electrical infrastructure for operational continuity, with engineering staff needing to meet statutory requirements under JSP 375 Volume Chapter 3 for electrical safety.

Course Content Includes:

  • High and low voltage distribution systems
  • HV switchgear types and substation equipment
  • Safe operating procedures including isolation and switching
  • Authorised Person duties and documentation
  • Practical switching assessment and written evaluation
  • Protection systems and HV maintenance

The programme is suited for experienced electrical personnel already appointed or preparing to be appointed as High Voltage Authorised Persons (Electrical HV). Delegates will receive a Certificate of Training valid for five years upon successful completion.

Course Details:

  • Location: EPIT Training Centre, Blackburn Industrial Estate, Aberdeen, UK
  • Duration: 3 Days (9.00am – 5.00pm)
  • Group Size: 4 to 8 delegates
  • Lunch: Included
  • Dates & Pricing: Available on application

“Adding the High Voltage Authorised Person course to our training offering strengthens EPIT’s position as a trusted partner to the industry,” said Martin Constable, Operations Director at EPIT.

“It’s a natural step that builds on our excellent track record of delivering professional qualification courses that meet the real world needs of engineers working in challenging environments.”

Sector

Course Relevance

Renewable Energy

Supports competence development for safe management of wind, solar, and other renewable installations in line with industry standards (e.g. HSE, EAWR), promoting grid compliance, asset reliability, and continuity of supply.

Oil and Gas

Ensures compliance with offshore safety regulations (e.g. HSE Offshore, IMO), protects HV infrastructure on ships, rigs, and ports, and supports operational safety in hazardous and remote environments.

NHS

Supports compliance with healthcare safety standards (HTM 06-03), helps maintain safe and reliable electrical systems, enhances statutory duties, and helps reduce risk to patient services.

MOD

Supports compliance with MOD safety rules (JSP 375), helps maintain operational security through robust electrical systems, and develops expertise in both HV/LV safe working practices for defence estates

To find out more or to enquire about upcoming dates, contact our team on 01224 798635.

Booking Form - ECS Health and Safety Assessment

Please complete the form below and a member of our admin team will contact you regarding available dates.

Terms & Conditions
  • You are agreeing to pay all fees and expenses associated with the selected course.
  • Payment is required before commencement of the course.
  • The course fee includes refreshments, lunch and course material.
  • Failure to attend without prior cancellation will result in the loss of the fee.
  • Results will not be issued until payment has been received.
Cancellation Charges
  • 15 working days or less prior to the course start date, 100% cancellation charge will apply.
  • 16-20 working days prior to the course start date, 50% cancellation charge will apply.
  • 21-25 working days prior to the course start date, 25% cancellation charge will apply.

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CompEx Entry Requirements Guidance

Gases & Vapours (EX01 – Ex04)

Electrical / Instrument Craftpersons & Engineers Install, Inspect & Maintain: Gas & Vapours

Header Column #1
IndustriesPrincipal to all Ex environments, with direct application in hazardous vapour and gas environments.
Entry Qualifications
Guidance		Level 3, ECS Gold Card, National Diploma or equivalent. Disipline:
  • Electrotechnical
  • Instrumentation
Subject to knowledge, skill and experience candidates may benefit from Ex F+
Entry Knowledge - Expected
  • Knows the relevant legislative, regulatory, local requirements
  • Understands procedures for safe working practice and systems of work in an industrial setting
  • Can read and interpret relevant engineering drawings, related specifications, quality standards and equipment manuals
  • Understands the hierarchy of responsibilities in relation to reporting and decision-making
Entry Skills - Expected
  • Practical skills in engineering assembly of a complexity consistent with that of a level 3 craftsperson
  • Can apply safe working practices including safe isolation to meet the requirements of statutory and non-statutory regulations
  • Can safely install, inspect, test, commission, diagnose and correct faults in electrical plant, instrumentation, associated cabling, cabling supports and equipment
  • Can select, gland & terminate industrial type cables to a suitable component and associated cable tray in line with details on the appropriate specification
  • Can interpret manufacturers documentation for correct installation,maintenance and inspection
Job Roles
Aspiring to or operating in
  • Installation or Maintenance Electrician
  • Electrical or Instrument Technician
  • Engineers
Entry Experience
Guidance
  • 2 + years' experience operating in a site / industrial environment
  • Installing, inspecting, testing and/or maintaining equipment in an industrial setting
Entry Knowledge - Desirable
  • Understands the need for and methods of achieving safe working practice in gas and vapour Ex environments
  • Has basic practical, theoretical and technological knowledge and understanding of gas and vapour Ex environments
  • Has a basic understanding of the requirements, materials and equipment considerations, in relation to working in gas and vapour Ex environments
Entry Skills - Desirable
  • Can select and install a variety of Ex certified cables glands and terminate conductors into equipment
  • Can understand the principles of electrical protection concepts including selection, installation and maintenance
  • Understands intrinsically safe concept of protection and installation including the importance of documentation
  • Can inspect new and existing equipment in accordance with appropriate inspection techniques relevant to the different grades of inspection

CompEx Entry Requirements Guidance

Gases & Vapours (EX01 – Ex04)

Electrical / Instrument Craftpersons & Engineers Install, Inspect & Maintain: Gas & Vapours

Header Column #1
IndustriesPrincipal to all Ex environments, with direct application in hazardous vapour and gas environments.
Entry Qualifications
Guidance		Level 3, ECS Gold Card, National Diploma or equivalent. Disipline:
  • Electrotechnical
  • Instrumentation
Subject to knowledge, skill and experience candidates may benefit from Ex F+
Entry Knowledge - Expected
  • Knows the relevant legislative, regulatory, local requirements
  • Understands procedures for safe working practice and systems of work in an industrial setting
  • Can read and interpret relevant engineering drawings, related specifications, quality standards and equipment manuals
  • Understands the hierarchy of responsibilities in relation to reporting and decision-making
Entry Skills - Expected
  • Practical skills in engineering assembly of a complexity consistent with that of a level 3 craftsperson
  • Can apply safe working practices including safe isolation to meet the requirements of statutory and non-statutory regulations
  • Can safely install, inspect, test, commission, diagnose and correct faults in electrical plant, instrumentation, associated cabling, cabling supports and equipment
  • Can select, gland & terminate industrial type cables to a suitable component and associated cable tray in line with details on the appropriate specification
  • Can interpret manufacturers documentation for correct installation,maintenance and inspection
Job Roles
Aspiring to or operating in
  • Installation or Maintenance Electrician
  • Electrical or Instrument Technician
  • Engineers
Entry Experience
Guidance
  • 2 + years' experience operating in a site / industrial environment
  • Installing, inspecting, testing and/or maintaining equipment in an industrial setting
Entry Knowledge - Desirable
  • Understands the need for and methods of achieving safe working practice in gas and vapour Ex environments
  • Has basic practical, theoretical and technological knowledge and understanding of gas and vapour Ex environments
  • Has a basic understanding of the requirements, materials and equipment considerations, in relation to working in gas and vapour Ex environments
Entry Skills - Desirable
  • Can select and install a variety of Ex certified cables glands and terminate conductors into equipment
  • Can understand the principles of electrical protection concepts including selection, installation and maintenance
  • Understands intrinsically safe concept of protection and installation including the importance of documentation
  • Can inspect new and existing equipment in accordance with appropriate inspection techniques relevant to the different grades of inspection