During this training, we will be taking a look at proper grounding procedures; equipment you may work with or around when working on overhead electrical utilities, including cranes and bucket trucks; best practices for working safely on site; pole-top and tower-top rescue; and we will present some case studies that will help illustrate the topics in the training.
Students should familiarize themselves with all other applicable federal, state, and local standards. This online training presents the following applicable laws and regulations:
• 29 CFR 1910.268 – Telecommunications
• 29 CFR 1910 Subpart R – Special Industries
• 29 CFR 1910.269 – Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution
• 29 CFR 1926 Subpart V – Electric Power Transmission and Distribution
• 29 CFR 1926.964 – Overhead Lines and Live-line Barehand Work
• 29 CFR 1926 Subpart V App D – Methods of Inspecting and Testing Wood Poles
• 29 CFR 1926.957 – Live-line Tools
COURSE TOPICS
- Grounding
- Rescue
- Equipment
- Safe Operations
ONLINE COURSE DURATION
Approximately 240 minutes although learning this subject varies based on students familiarity with the course.
PASS MARK
Students achieving a mark for this course is 80% will receive a certificate. There are 2 opportunities to complete the test.
This training presentation is not intended as a competent climber or rescuer training.
To prepare for the final written exam , intermittent questions are inserted throughout the course. This course also includes a checklist for employers, They can use it when administering a practical exam as required by OSHA.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
Once passed, the certificate can be downloaded and printed.
