Outdoor jobsites, whether involving construction work or utility maintenance, are often hazardous. Workers block these areas off to prevent the public from walking into an unsafe area of a work zone. No matter what is used as a barrier, it is important for these barriers to be highly visible to…
The job of a lineman is not an easy job, but it is a job that must be done. Linemen provide necessary maintenance and repairs for powerlines and other equipment, and they must climb utility poles, sometimes as high as 120 feet, to do their work. The climbing involved with…
It is important for linemen and other utility workers to always be protected when they work. This means using the proper safety gear, fall protection equipment, and clothing. The clothing that linemen use should not only be durable, but also flame resistant. The high voltage systems that linemen work on…
Linemen, electricians, or anyone working near energized electrical equipment needs to be aware of the dangers of arc flash and what precautions they need to be taking when working near equipment that can cause an arc flash. Arc flashes can happen in both high and low-voltage environments but are most…
What is a Lineman Belt? Lineman belts are used by workers who climb utility poles. Lineman belts allow linemen to lean back while working with both hands. Lineman belts support the lower back while keeping them secure while working on poles and structures. The body belts attach to pole-climbing straps,…
Sonetics headsets bring users wireless communication, hearing protection, and listen through technology making these team communication headsets revolutionary. Sonetics headsets enhance speech and communication while suppressing background noise to any level that you need. Sonetics headsets have listen through technology allowing users to control the amount of volume they want…
Numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics put electrical line workers among the top ten most dangerous jobs in the United States. Linemen risk falls, electric shocks, burns, and other injuries while on the job every day. According to NTOF data, the average annual fatality rate for power line workers is 56.3…