Module 1: Wood Pole Climbing and Rigging

Course Description

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Completion Requirements

Climbing Equipment and Tools

Climbing equipment for lineworkers is referred to as personal climbing equipment because it is
sized for the individual and provides for his or her safety. Because of these personal safety
factors, climbing equipment should only be used by that person. This ensures that the
lineworker always knows the condition of their equipment.

Participants must bring their own climbing equipment, including climbers, body belt, personal fall
arrest system with a secondary safety device, and climbing boots to use during the program.
Participants will also be required to bring their own personal protective equipment including
hardhat, safety glasses, rubber gloves with protectors, work/climbing gloves, and long-sleeve
shirts. It is the individual’s responsibility to ensure that their equipment is maintained in a
safe manner by inspecting each piece prior to each use, as well as performing periodic inspections
and routine maintenance during the duration of the program.

Instructors reserve the right to inspect and determine if the personal climbing equipment is
adequate for use. Personal climbing equipment and hand tools should be marked with the
participant’s name. TEEX is not responsible for any loss or theft of personal climbing equipment,
hand tools, or classroom supplies.

Classroom Supplies

Participants will be expected to come to class prepared each day supplied with the following items:
notepad, pens, pencils, highlighters, and a scientific calculator. A backpack or other bag is recommended to
secure and carry supplies.

In order to receive a Certificate of Completion, the participant must:

• Attend 100% of the course
• Sign the attendance roster each day of class
• Complete and pass the final exam and field activities
• Complete the end-of-course evaluation

Attendance Requirements

Class attendance is an essential part of the education process, and participants in TEEX courses are expected to attend all class sessions and field exercises. The course requires participants to attend a minimum of 100% of the class hours as a component of successful course completion. 

During the course, your instructor will review any additional attendance requirement, for example a field exercise that cannot be missed.

Upon successful completion, you will be able to:

• Personal Climbing Equipment
• Pole Climbing Techniques
• Knots and Splices for Rigging
• Crossarm Installation and Removal
• Pole Rescue

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Suggested Audience

This course is designed for electric utility and telecommunication personnel who are required to climb and work from wood poles.

Participants should possess the mental and physical stamina required to climb and descend a wood pole.