Power Line Worker

Description

This exceptionally produced trainee guide features a highly illustrated design, technical hints and tips from industry experts, review questions and a whole lot more! Key content includes: Alternating Current and Three-Phase Systems, Transmission Structure Rigging, Transmission Structure Erection, Transmission Equipment Installation, and Transmission System Maintenance. 

(Total Level Hours: 175)

 

Alternating Current and Three-Phase Systems (17.5 Hours)

Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274259-7

Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274266-5

Introduces the development of both single- and three-phase alternating current. Analyzes the relationship of AC phases and

introduces key components used to refine AC power. Discusses the operation of transformers and introduces trainees to

advanced AC concepts such as reactive power and the power factor. (Module ID 80201-11)

 

Transmission Structure Rigging (17.5 Hours)

Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-296770-9

Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-296771-6

This module covers rigging equipment and practices specific to transmission structures. Coverage includes slings, crane

stability, and the safe use of personnel platforms. (Module ID 81201-11)

 

Transmission Structure Erection (50 Hours)

Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274276-4

Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274280-1

Describes the erection requirements for various types of transmission structures, including steel towers, wood

structures, and different types of poles. The module covers general construction requirements, as well as right of way

clearing, foundations, framing and erection, guying and anchoring, and grounding and bonding. (Module ID 81202-11)

 

Transmission Equipment Installation (50 Hours)

Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274277-1

Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274281-8

This module focuses on the safe installation of insulators and conductors. Coverage includes stringing and splicing of

conductors, conductors terminations, conductor sagging, clipping in, and the installation of accessories such as vibration

dampers, spacers, warning lights, and day markers. (Module ID 81203-11)

 

Transmission System Maintenance (40 Hours)

Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274278-8

Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274282-5

Coverage includes safety practices related to working with helicopters, as well as inspection of insulators, towers, and

poles. The module covers clearance procedures, as well as environmental concerns such as protection of wetlands,

waterways, and wildlife. (Module ID 81204-11)

This exceptionally produced trainee guide features a highly illustrated design, technical hints and tips from industry experts, review questions and a whole lot more! Key content includes: Alternating Current and Three-Phase Systems, Transmission Structure Rigging, Transmission Structure Erection, Transmission Equipment Installation, and Transmission System Maintenance. 

Features:

• One of three specialty areas following completion of Level 1, the five full-color modules in Level 2: Transmission build on the knowledge gained in the first level of this series and cover the skills and knowledge necessary to develop outstanding transmission line workers.
• Topics addressed include: three-phase systems, structure rigging and erection, equipment and installation, and system maintenance.
• After completing Level 2: Transmission, trainees will have learned how to properly and safely erect transmission structures, pull line, use monitoring equipment, and repair line damage.
• Well-illustrated, up-to-date, and practical information explains how to apply electrical theory to every day duties.
• Special features include color illustrations, notes, cautions and warnings, On Site and Think About it Sections, and Step-by-step instructions.
• Compliance with the Office of Apprenticeship requirements for related classroom training (CFR 29:29).