What does a utility pole inspector do

How do you inspect a pole?

The traditional method is to sound the pole with a hammer and probe it with a screwdriver to determine if it is safe to climb. Poles or structures determined to be unsafe by test or observation may not be climbed until made safe by guying, bracing or other adequate means.31 thg 12, 2010

What is pole testing?

The pole test is a widely used test to assess basal ganglia related movement disorders in mice. The procedure evaluates the ability of a mouse to grasp and maneuver on a pole in order to descend to its home cage. Mice are trained to complete the pole test over two training trials.

What is the purpose of a utility pole?

A utility pole is a column or post typically made out of wood used to support overhead power lines and various other public utilities, such as electrical cable, fiber optic cable, and related equipment such as transformers and street lights.

What is the lifespan of a utility pole?

30 to 40 years

How often are electricity poles inspected?

Poles shall be re-scheduled for a re-inspection in 5 years. (Where poles are identified in line refurbishment schemes, they shall be planned for automatic replacement).

What are the primary causes of pole failure?

Fungal attack is the primary cause of decay and failure in wooden utility poles. Wood destroying fungi thrive when the environment is ideal with damp, warm soil and a good supply of oxygen being essential requirements.

How much dirt should be removed around the base of the pole for the prod Test?

Typically what is done is to remove earth from around the pole, usually going down at least 18 to 24 inches and excavating the earth around the pole at least six inches away from the pole at groundline.

How deep are utility poles buried?

The typical utility pole runs about 40 feet in length, of which 6 feet is buried in the ground. In urban environments they are commonly spaced about 125 feet apart, while in rural areas the distance is more like 300 feet.

How close to a utility pole can you build?

A vertical clearance of at least 12 feet must be maintained from the primary arm of the power pole to any structure. A vertical clearance of at least 8 feet must be maintained from the secondary arm of the power pole to any structure.

Why do utility poles fail?

The structural failure or collapse of a wood utility pole is often the result of advanced rot, vehicle impact, overloading, or some combination thereof.

How long does it take to replace a broken power pole?

How long does it take to replace a pole? Estimates vary greatly depending on the location and complexity of the replacement. General estimates range from 8 to 18 worker hours for a low-difficulty replacement and 20 to 75 worker hours for a high-difficulty replacement.

Do utility poles rot?

Core rot can occur at any time in a utility poles life and is relatively unaffected by the type of wood preservative that is used. It can be a significant cause of failure in poles treated with Creosote, C.C.A. and Pentachlorophenol.

How long do telephone poles last in the ground?

A survey of 150 utility companies found the average service life of utility poles to range from 25 to 37 years. The most common reason for replacement being, ?strength degradation from ground line decay?.

Who owns the power poles?

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How long does it take to replace a pole?

The average pole replacement could take up to 3-4 hours under favorable conditions with no mitigating circumstances ? or longer if unforeseen circumstances slow the crew down. How Long Does it Take to Replace a Utility Pole?

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