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Book SynopsisThe Guidebook for Linemen and Cablemen, 2nd Edition is the much needed solution for anyone working on or training to work on electrical utility circuits. Packaged as a convenient, single-volume reference guide on the operation of electrical utility systems, this book will give you what other resources won't: practical coverage of the equipment and situations that power line workers are exposed to on a daily basis, with a focus on ensuring concepts are meaningful and applicable. This book also pays special attention to the order in which topics are addressed; simple concepts are explained first, and the book then builds upon these fundamentals to explain more complex theories, thereby setting a strong foundation for clearly understanding key rules and regulations. This text has been updated to include the most current industry information available, including applications of recent technology. This book also contains in-depth exploration of the mechanical aspects of the job, such as wor
Trade Review1. Essentials for powerline workers. 2. Electrical units. 3. Electrical power system overview. 4. Substations. 5. Alernating currents. 6. Three-phase circuits. 7. Awareness in an electrical environment. 8. Constructing overhead powerlines. 9. Constructing underground powerlines. 10. Working with conductors and cables. 11. Operating switch gear. 12. Circuit protection. 13. Installing grounds. 14. Transformers. 15. Supplying quality power. 16. Working with aerial devices. 17. Rigging in powerline work. 18. Working it hot. 19. Outdoor lighting. 20. Revenue metering. 21. Tree work.
Table of Contents1. Essentials for powerline workers. 2. Electrical units. 3. Electrical power system overview. 4. Substations. 5. Alernating currents. 6. Three-phase circuits. 7. Awareness in an electrical environment. 8. Constructing overhead powerlines. 9. Constructing underground powerlines. 10. Working with conductors and cables. 11. Operating switch gear. 12. Circuit protection. 13. Installing grounds. 14. Transformers. 15. Supplying quality power. 16. Working with aerial devices. 17. Rigging in powerline work. 18. Working it hot. 19. Outdoor lighting. 20. Revenue metering. 21. Tree work.
