Power Line Worker, Level 1, 1st edition
Published by Pearson (June 28, 2011) © 2012
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Features:
- To address the need for one standardized and nationally recognized power line worker curriculum, NCCER has developed Level 1 to provide knowledge and skills necessary to develop well-rounded craft persons for the utility industry.
- Common to transmission, distribution, substation and underground line work, the 13 full-color modules in Level 1 address fundamental aspects of power line work, including safety, electrical theory, climbing techniques, aerial framing and rigging, and operating utility service equipment.
- Well-illustrated, up-to-date, and practical information based on subject matter expert input from the following: Baltimore Gas & Electric; Cianbro Corporation; Gaylor, Inc.; MasTec, Inc.; Oneonta Job Corps Academy; Pumba Electric LLC; Quanta Services, Inc.; Southeast Lineman Training Center; and Vision Quest Academy.
- Special features include color illustrations, notes, cautions and warnings, On Site and Think About it Sections, and Step-by-step instructions.
- Trade terms are presented and comprehension of each module is tested with Review Questions and a written and performance test at the end of each module.
- Compliance with the Office of Apprenticeship requirements for related classroom training (CFR 29:29).
(Total Level Hours:Â 402.5 Hours (includes 100 hours of Power Industry Fundamentals, which is a prerequisite for Level 1 completion and must be purchased separately)
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49102-11 Power Line Worker Safety (15 Hours)
Covers the safety equipment and safety practices associated with the special hazards of power line work, including electrical
and arc flash hazards; traffic control; trenching; horizontal directional drilling; working in confined spaces; and safe entry
into a substation.
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49103-11 Introduction to Electrical Circuits (7.5 Hours)
Provides a general introduction to electricity and DC circuits, including theory of voltage, current and resistance, basic DC
circuits, and Ohm’s law. Also introduces the test equipment used in power line work.
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49104-11 Introduction to Electrical Theory (7.5 Hours)
Describes how to calculate voltage, current, and resistance values in series, parallel, and combination DC circuits using
Ohm’s law. Also includes a basic description of grounding and bonding.
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49105-11 Climbing Wooden Poles (80 Hours)
Describes how to safely climb a wooden utility pole. Covers climbing equipment, inspection of equipment, pole inspection,
climbing techniques, and pole-top rescue.
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49106-11 Climbing Structures Other Than Wood (40 Hours)
Explains the equipment, safety practices, and climbing techniques required to climb towers. Hazards associated with
the environment, such as snakes, birds, insects, and weather hazards, are also covered.
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49107-11 Tools of the Trade (10 Hours)
Covers the specialized tools used by line workers, including hot sticks, as well as universal tool accessories. Also covers ladders
and work platforms; crimpers; cable cutters; pneumatic tools; and powder-actuated tools.
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49108-11 Aerial Framing (80 Hours)
Explains how to install guys to support a utility pole, as well as how to install the equipment on the pole to support conductors.
Includes the installation of cross-arms, transformers, and conductors.
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49109-11 Utility Service Equipment (15 Hours)
Covers descriptions and operations instructions for use of the digger derrick, bucket truck, crane truck, and aerial lift. Also
covers safety requirements; inspection and maintenance; driving and setup operations; and emergency procedures.
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49110-11 Rigging (12.5 Hours)
Explains how to select and use rigging equipment. Covers common rigging equipment and rigging methods that are likely
to be used by power line workers. Also covers hand signals and other methods of communication between the rigger and the
crane operator.
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49111-11 Setting and Pulling Poles (20 Hours)
Provides instructions for the storage, loading, and transport of wooden utility poles. Includes use of the digger derrick to dig
the hole and install the pole. Also covers pole removal using a hydraulic jacking device.
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49112-11 Trenching, Excavating, and Boring Equipment (7.5 Hours)
Covers the use and maintenance of trenching equipment, backhoe/loaders, and horizontal directional drilling equipment
for the installation of direct-buried power lines. Includes a review of safety guidelines related to buried utilities.
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49113-11 Introduction to Electrical Test Equipment (7.5 Hours)
Introduces the basic test equipment used by electrical workers to test and troubleshoot electrical circuits. Also covers
specialized line worker test equipment, including the highvoltage detector, phase rotation tester, megohmmeter, phasing
stick, and hipot tester.
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