Program Description

This program prepares telecommunication construction technicians for overhead installation of both co-axial and fibre optic cable. Participants will not only learn what is required of them to install overhead plant, but the hazards associated with such installations.

Program Content

• interpretation of relevant Regulations, including the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Canada Labour Code – Part II
• traffic control
• electrical awareness
• personal safety and climbing equipment
• pole top rescue
• pole line construction
• ladder safety
• underground hazards
• confined space entry

Who Should Attend?

New hires required to install overhead telecommunication systems on utility poles.