G39 – Highway Electrical Safety

Gain essential knowledge of Engineering Recommendation G39 for public lighting and street furniture safety—delivered exclusively by Brian Scaddan UK.

This is a bespoke course, developed and accredited by Brian Scaddan UK, for individuals who require a working understanding of Engineering Recommendation G39—the model code of practice for electrical safety in the planning, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of public lighting and other street furniture. Gain a strong awareness of G39 and be able to apply best practice to stay compliant and safe.

Bespoke Brian Scaddan UK Course – Certificate of Attendance

Brian Scaddan

Certification

G39 - Highway Electrical Safety

Delivery Options

Brian Scaddan Training Centres
Off-Site Delivery
National Venues

Course Duration

1-Day

Course Price

£ 195.00 + VAT

Course Outline

What you will learn:

  • Statutory requirements for public lighting and street furniture
  • Planning public lighting systems
  • Means of providing electricity supplies to installations
  • Erection of columns, lanterns, and street furniture (not on DNO poles)
  • Erection of lanterns or illuminated signs attached to DNO (on LV poles)
  • Commissioning, maintenance, repair, and emergency attention
  • Avoidance of danger from accidental contact with live conductors
  • Roles of competent/skilled persons
  • Developments in electrical equipment
  • Annex A (normative): clearances between columns and overhead lines

Requirements

Eligibility & Entry Requirements

  • Proficiency in literacy and numeracy required
  • Must be 18 years of age or older

Course Literature

Course is based on the following publications

  • BS:7430:2011 (Code of Practice for Protective Earthing of Electrical Installations)
  • ILP GP03 (Code of Practice for Electrical Safety in Highway Electrical Operations)
  • ENA TS 43-8 Issue 5 with Amendment 1:2004 (Overhead Line Clearances)

 

Learners are required to bring their own up-to-date reference books as listed above. These are not provided as part of the course.

What's Included

We Provide

  • Refreshments throughout classroom sessions
  • Dedicated Account Managers and fully employed technical support team
  • Brian Scaddan UK resources

Delivery Options

Flexible Delivery Options

We offer flexible delivery to meet the needs of both individuals and organisations:

  • Training Centres – Attend courses at one of our premium facilities, designed for focused and professional learning.
  • On-Site Delivery – For groups of 10 or more delegates, we can deliver training at your premises.
  • National Venues – Selected courses are delivered at leading conference and training venues across the UK throughout the calendar year.
    Please request the latest schedule via [email protected] or by calling 01245 967 030.

After the course

Certification & Professional Benefits

Delegates who complete the G39 – Highway Electrical Safety course will receive a bespoke Brian Scaddan Certificate of Attendance and Completion. This course equips learners with the essential knowledge and safe working practices required for electrical work in or around highway environments, ensuring compliance with G39 standards and supporting employer and contractor safety obligations.

Interested in this course?

To book or find out more about this course, contact our team on 01245 967 030, email us at [email protected] or complete the form below.

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