Pole Climbing Safety (ER 10-18-18)

Question 1

This is used to attach the safety strap to the body belt

Answer 1

D ring

Question 2

What is the maximum number of tool loops allowed by OSHA on a climbing belt?

Answer 2

4

Question 3

Body Belts are required to meet specifications found in what OSHA article?

Answer 3

1910.268 (G)(1) and (2)

Question 4

What is the OSHA minimum length requirement for a gaff?

Answer 4

1 1/4 inches

Question 5

what angle does leg need to be at to perform a cut-out test?

Answer 5

30 degrees

Question 6

If there is ice on one side of a pole, which side should be climbed?

Answer 6

The icy side

Question 7

How can a tech verify the pole has sufficient setting depth?

Answer 7

Look for the brand which is 10 feet from the butt of most poles. You should see it 4.5 to 5.5 feet from the ground.

Question 8

How much climbing space should be in work area for pole climbing?

Answer 8

30 inches square

Question 9

three-point method formula:

Answer 9

Strike, Hand, Double-Lock

Question 10

formula for descending pole:

Answer 10

Hand, Double-Lock, Aim, Drop

Question 11

5 step formula to maneuver around a pole:

Answer 11

strike it, lock it, drift it, drop it, get centered

Question 12

wood preservative most utility poles are treated with

Answer 12

pentachlorophenol

Question 13

wood preservative that tech should avoid any contact with

Answer 13

creosote

Question 14

What type of sleeves protect pole climbers against splitters and abrasions?

Answer 14

Kevlar

Question 15

During which pole test should you be careful not to let power lines swing together?

Answer 15

Rocking Test (Push Test)

Question 16

5 tests to be performed before working on a pole

Answer 16

1. FVD test
2. Sound test
3. Prod test
4. Visual inspection
5. Rocking test

Question 17

What test is performed to determine if gaffs are properly shaped and sharpened?

Answer 17

cut-out test

Question 18

what angle should leg be at when striking the pole?

Answer 18

30 degrees