Introduction

Independent Distribution Network Operators (IDNOs) are companies that Ofgem license to own and operate electricity networks. An IDNO network connects to the local power network to supply and transmit electricity in a smaller local area than a larger-scale Distribution Networker Operator (DNO). High Voltage Jointing works within an IDNO or private network such as this can include client electrical works for anything from banks to cruise ships.

Course Outline

Through a mix of practical and theory-based exercises and tutorials, this Citrus High Voltage Jointing (11KV) (IDNO) qualification gives delegates the understanding, skill, knowledge, and competence to carry out Jointing work on the 11KV Networks including new cable Jointing, Triplex and safety documents.    

The course reflects national standards and industry best practices and is fully accredited in line with regulations. In addition, choose to learn with Citrus, and delegates will benefit from our custom-built training facilities and customer-first approach.

Our occupationally and technically-experienced trainers coach delegates on this course in the Jointing School, completing the session with a practical observation and short answer question paper. They must pass the assessment to qualify for the Citrus Certificate of Attendance, valid for three years.

Once delegates have the certificate of attendance, this then allows them to work under personal supervision until they complete their trade test or authorisation assessment.

Course Programme

Delegates taking this High Voltage Jointing (11KV) (IDNO) Plastic Only qualification will cover knowledge, skills and operating practice.

Course content includes:

• Jointing practices and procedures       
• Health and Safety regulations and legislation relating to electrical work  
• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)  
• Appropriate PPE for high-voltage Jointing  
• Task instructions including completing indoor & outdoor terminations, straight joints, branch joints and pot ends.
• Risk assessments for electrical works
• Jointing new cables
• Different permit types and allowances  
• Using a Spiking Gun and other high voltage specific tools

On Completion

Upon successfully completing this qualification, delegates will be able to complete high voltage joints and terminations under personal supervision on the IDNO network. After building up a portfolio of evidence and passing a final trade test or authorisation assessment, delegates will have the supervision removed.

Who Should Attend?

This Citrus High Voltage Jointing 11KV IDNO Plastic Only qualification is for apprentices, mates and low voltage jointers who have some electrical experience and an understanding of the network, working towards high voltage projects.

Course Duration

Delegates take this comprehensive training over five days for 11KV. If you would like to add 33KV that will take an extra 2 days.

To book the High Voltage 33KV Plastic Only course as a standalone, click here.

Why Citrus?

We dedicate our efforts to unrivalled quality and the customer experience at Citrus Training. As a result, we are the leading UK-based provider of health, safety and technical training and assessment services to the Built Environment and Utility sectors. 

Citrus Training serves 85 of the top 100 building services companies in the market. With over 20 years of collective experience, we offer advice and guidance for new and experienced entrants looking to work within the IDNO/DNO industry. 

Our Electrical training is accredited, regulated, and of an exceptionally high standard. Delivered by our Electrical Safety trainers and DNO Trained Assessors, they also carry out competency pre-assessment and testing to work on IDNOs and DNOs. 

Finally, we teach and promote current industry and legislative requirements to ensure delegates take them forward into their daily working lives, delivering courses at our nationwide, industry-leading and accredited training centres to offer the very best of training standards and quality assurance. 

Things You Need to Know

To take this course, delegates must have general First Aid and Manual Handling certification. 

Delegates must be 18 or over and bring appropriate PPE to the training, including:

• Flame retardant overalls  
• Safety footwear  
• General purpose gloves  
• Protective eyewear safety glasses  
• Full face visor  
• Hard hat  
• Hi-vis clothing

Before starting the course, they must inform their trainer of any special considerations, medication or physical restrictions that may cause difficulties in any part of the training.

All delegates must bring a passport photograph to the training to produce ID cards.