ISCO Specialization 7413.1.2 Overhead Line Worker
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Overhead Line Worker: Overhead line workers construct and maintain power supply and control cables in overhead power lines. They also make and repair electrical cables connecting customers to the electricity network.
Essential Skills
- Inspect Underground Power Cables
- Wear Appropriate Protective Gear
- Repair Underground Power Cables
- Inspect Overhead Power Lines
- Transmission Towers
- Electricity
- Electric Current
- Install Power Lines
- Electrical Power Safety Regulations
- Repair Overhead Power Lines
- Follow Safety Procedures When Working At Heights
- Work Ergonomically
- Electrical Discharge
Optional Skills
- Respond To Electrical Power Contingencies
- Power Engineering
- Calculate Needs For Construction Supplies
- Transport Construction Supplies
- Electricity Consumption
- Inspect Construction Supplies
- Ensure Compliance With Electricity Distribution Schedule
- Ensure Safety In Electrical Power Operations
- Assess Areas For Power Line Installation
Alternative Names
- Overhead Linesman
- Low Voltage Lineworker
- Overhead Transmission And Distribution Linesperson
- High Voltage Lineworker
- Overhead Power Line Worker
- Overhead Line Engineer
- Overhead Line Technician
- Overhead Lineworker
- Overhead Transmission And Distribution Linesman
- Linesman
- Overhead Linesworker
