HSE GS6 • Practical Measurement • Compliance • Risk Reduction
Protect your team. Stay compliant. Prevent serious incidents on-site.
If your work involves construction, groundworks, plant operation, or working near overhead power lines, the risks are significant — and often underestimated.
Our HSE GS6-aligned electrical safety training is designed for contractors, builders, site supervisors and managers, giving you the knowledge and practical skills to work safely around overhead lines and meet legal obligations.
Why This Training is Critical
Every year, serious and sometimes fatal incidents occur due to contact with overhead electrical lines.
This course helps your team:
- ✔ Identify risks when working near power lines
- ✔ Maintain safe working distances
- ✔ Understand voltage dangers and exclusions
- ✔ Prevent accidents involving plant and machinery
- ✔ Comply with UK health & safety law
What is HSE GS6?
The Avoiding danger from overhead power lines GS6 guidance sets out essential safety requirements for working near overhead electrical lines.
It covers:
- Safe clearance distances
- Risk assessments and planning
- Safe use of plant and access equipment
- Emergency procedures
Understanding GS6 is essential for anyone responsible for site safety and planning on a daily basis or as principle contractor.
1-Day Practical Training Course (In Person)
Designed for site supervisors, managers and contractors, this course combines theory with hands-on practical training.
GS6 Safety & Compliance
- Understanding overhead line hazards
- Legal responsibilities and duty of care
- Safe systems of work and planning
- Risk assessments and method statements
Practical Measurement Training
A key part of this course is practical, real-world measurement training.
You’ll learn how to:
- Accurately measure distances to overhead lines
- Use specialist electrical wire measuring equipment
- Assess safe working zones on-site
- Apply measurements to real site scenarios
Assessment & Certification
- End-of-course knowledge test
- Practical competency assessment
- Certification aligned with GS6 guidance
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
- Site managers and supervisors
- Contractors and builders
- Groundworkers and plant operators
- Project managers and safety officers
- Anyone responsible for planning or supervising works near overhead lines
Legal Compliance & Responsibility
Working near electrical infrastructure carries serious legal obligations.
This course ensures understanding of:
- Employer and site responsibilities under UK health & safety law
- Risk management and safe systems of work
- Preventing prosecution, fines and incidents
Protect Your Business & Workforce
By training your team, you can:
- Prevent serious accidents and downtime
- Reduce risk of costly incidents and claims
- Improve site safety culture
- Ensure compliance with HSE guidance
- Protect your workforce and reputation
Flexible Online Training Options
We understand that not every team can attend in person — so we offer flexible alternatives.
1.5–2 Hour Online Course (Supervisors & Managers)
A condensed version of the full course (without practical measurement), covering:
- GS6 guidance and responsibilities
- Risk assessment and planning
- Safe working practices near overhead lines
- Supervisor and management responsibilities
Ideal for site managers and supervisors needing compliance awareness.
1 Hour Online Course (Site Personnel)
A focused safety course for operatives and site workers, covering:
- Basic overhead line risks
- Safe distances and awareness
- What to do and what to avoid
- Emergency actions
Perfect for toolbox talks, inductions and workforce training.
Book Your GS6 Training Course
Ensure your team is safe, compliant and prepared when working near overhead power lines.
Enquire now to book your 1-day practical course or online training options with course availability every month to suit the project and user needs.