LINEMAN APPRENTICE PROGRAM THE GUIDEBOOK FOR
LINEMEN CABLEME 2ND EDITION QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
What are 3 electrical clearances to be considered when designing a line? -
ANSWER 1.) Clearances from the ground, buildings, highways, railways, other
circuits and comms cables. 2.) Minimum clearance standards between phases,
energized parts and the structure and down guys. 3.) Standards for clearances to
allow safer work
Which utilities should be located before digging? - ANSWER Electric, Gas,
Communications cable, Water, Sewer, Irrigation, Proposed excavation, Survey
tape
Which wood pole has the bigger diameter: class 1 or class 5? - ANSWER
Class 1
What depth hole is needed in earth to set a 60ft pole? - ANSWER 8 Ft.
What safety precautions are employed to prevent a pole or a truck boom contact
when setting a pole in or near an energized circuit? - ANSWER The workmen
use equipment and procedures that will prevent the pole and/or equipment from
coming into accidental contact. Safety controls are used that will minimize
injury in case contact is made
What precautions are taken to prevent injury to workers on the ground in case a
pole or truck boom contact an energized circuit? - ANSWER Ground the
digger derrick, have the circuit breaker or recloser put in non-reclose position to
ensure circuit remains isolated. Person controlling butt of the pole should
always be wearing rubbers
