The PoleOS™ Company

Class objectives

  • Understand the application, in the standard requirements, and training requirements in the OSHA 1910.268 Standards.
  • Understand and apply the minimum approach distance requirements to power lines that are built joint use with communication lines.
  • Understand the safety rules related to employee protection and proper tool use.
  • Recognize the importance of selecting the proper personal protective equipment.
  • Understand what OSHA requires for employees to be considered qualified telecommunication workers.
  • Apply the proper safety rules when working on communication lines and equipment, as well as grounding, overhead lines, tree trimming, and buried facilities.

Who should attend?

This class is designed for communication workers who want to be “qualified” to work on or around telecommunication lines and equipment or in joint-use construction with electrical power facilities.

OSHA 1910.268 training is one of the requirements to becoming a qualified telecommunications worker.

1-Day Class

1-Day Class
0.6

Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

6

Professional Development Hours (PDHs)

This class has not been registered with any State Licensing or Education Board..

Grant D. Glaus, P.E., NESC and OSHA Training Instructor

Led by our expert instructor

Grant D. Glaus, P.E. NESC and OSHA Training Instructor, at ikeGPS

Grant Glaus is a registered professional electrical engineer with more than 25 years of experience in Electric Utility Engineering, NESC, and OSHA training, and is now leading IKE's training programs. Grant brings vast knowledge and extensive background, including his role on the NESC Main Committee and on Subcommittee 5 Overhead Lines-Strengths and Loading, and 15 years of experience supervising and managing the engineering department at Columbia Rural Electric Association. Before that, Grant worked with David Marne for ten years, providing consulting and NESC and OSHA training services.

Hear what attendees are saying

Class Attendee Power Metering Technician,
Real-world examples.

Hearing and seeing real-world examples helped ground the understanding of the content.”

Class Attendee Communication Lineman,
Clear and easy to understand information.

Very good presentation, and I will be recommending it to my coworkers.

FAQs

What is OSHA?

The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) sets and enforces standards for safe and healthful working conditions.

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What learning methods will be presented?

All IKE trainings offer curriculum focused on practical applications supported by examples, diagrams, and conversations, as well as ample time for Q&A and class discussion.

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Are IKE’s training offerings affiliated with Marne and Associates?

In 2023, IKE acquired the assets of Marne and Associates Inc., a firm that specialized in NESC and OSHA training. Following David J. Marne’s retirement, IKE carried on the training programs with leadership from Grant Glaus, registered professional electrical engineer with 25 years of experience in Electric Utility Engineering, NESC, and OSHA training.

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Where are in-person group trainings hosted?

Our trainer will travel to the company office or training facility of your choice. The company typically provides the conference room and any desired meals and beverages for attendees.

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Can the group classes be customized?

Yes, IKE’s group trainings can be customized to meet your team’s schedule and needs. For example, you can work with our team to cover specific topics (e.g. 90-minute General Overview and Introduction to NESC Joint-Use Rules or a 60-minute class on Sag and Clearance Requirements in the NESC). You can also combine NESC and OSHA trainings.

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Check out our group NESC training classes covering NESC Rules for Joint-Use Construction and NESC for Day-to-Day Utility Work.

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