New Hire Weeks 2-8 (Terms and Principles covered in New Hire excluding Week 11) with Complete Solutions

Proper Body Belt Positioning - ANSWER-Low on the hips Most common time to injure your back - ANSWER-Lifting and Carrying Ladders Reasons we use fiberglass ladders - ANSWER-non-conductive rails, durable, corrosion resistant Activities to maintain an extension ladder - ANSWER-Inspect the ladder, lubricate moving parts, remove from service if necessary Inspection of the pole - ANSWER-Visual, FVD, Sound/Hammer, Prod Distance between brand mark and bottom of pole if pole is less than 55 feet - ANSWER-10 feet Proper belt off technique at the strand - ANSWER-Safety strap must go under both the strand and the V-rung Culture of Interdependence - ANSWER-Safety is the responsibility of employees, supervisors, and managers Technician Safety Responsibilities - ANSWER-Use PPE as required, report unsafe conditions, follow manufacturer recommendations SAFE - ANSWER-Stop, Assess, Focus, Eliminate Daily Tasks Requiring FVD testing - ANSWER-bonding to service ground, wallfishing with fish tape, opening a metal enclosure Phone Ring Voltage - ANSWER-90 VAC Phone On Hook Voltage - ANSWER--48 VDC g