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SA001 Overhead Safety

SA009 – Overhead Safety & Cable Installation Over LV Power Crossing (includes the SA001 course)

What is SA009 Overhead Safety & Cable Installation Over LV Power Crossing course?

The SA009 Overhead Safety & Cable Installation Over LV Power Crossing course provides delegates with the knowledge, skills, and understanding needed to safely carry out cable installation over low-voltage power crossings. Importantly, this course includes the SA001 course, which focuses on overhead safety and the use of ladders and poles in telecom work. The course as a whole consists of training on pole access, pole checking, and safe practices for working on joint user poles, as well as the installation and recovery of telecommunications cables crossing above low-voltage power lines.

In doing so, delegates can confidently perform their tasks while adhering to health and safety regulations and industry standards. This course is available to anyone over the age of 16. To conclude, by the end of the course, delegates will be able to ensure their own safety and the safety of the workplace when working in environments with LV power crossings.

This course is available for onsite or virtual delivery, and we provide the price and dates when you apply.

SA009 Overhead Safety & Cable Installation Over LV Power Crossing - Key Information

What will I learn on the SA009 Overhead Safety & Cable Installation Over LV Power Crossing course?

This course is designed to provide you with the following knowledge and skills:

  • Demonstrate working safely
  • Using ladders to access poles
  • Understanding health and safety legislation and industry practices
  • Conducting pole checking
  • Working safely on joint user poles
  • Installing and recovering telecommunications cables over LV power lines safely
  • Using equipment and methods for cable installation
  • Following emergency and reporting procedures

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SA009 Overhead Safety & Cable Installation Over LV Power Crossing Course Content

This course is divided into the following modules:

    • Overhead Safety: Safe practices for working at height with ladders and poles in telecommunications
    • Pole Access and Ladder Use: Methods for safely accessing poles using ladders
    • Pole Checking: Inspecting poles for safety and identifying hazards
    • Joint User Poles: Safety protocols for working on shared poles
    • Health and Safety Legislation: Relevant laws and regulations for working near low voltage power lines
    • Telecommunications Cable Installation and Recovery: Safe installation and recovery of cables over LV power lines
    • Emergency and Reporting Procedures: Responding to emergencies and reporting incidents

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Assessment and Certification

The SA009 Overhead Safety & Cable Installation Over LV Power Crossing course evaluates delegates’ ability to safely access poles, install and recover cables over LV power lines, and comply with relevant health and safety regulations.

Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. However, delegates are expected to possess sufficient literacy skills to successfully complete the assessment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the questions we frequently get asked about the SA009 Overhead Safety & Cable Installations over LV Power Crossings.

How does the course prepare delegates for working with LV power crossings?

The course equips delegates with the necessary knowledge and skills to safely work in environments involving LV power crossings, helping to prevent electrical hazards such as short circuits and fires, and ensuring the safety of both installation and maintenance personnel.

Who can take the SA009 course?

The course is available to anyone over the age of 16. It is designed for individuals working on telecommunications cables crossing low-voltage power lines, regardless of their experience level.

Why is certification from Smart Awards important?

Smart Awards certifications are industry-recognised and aligned with the National Occupational Standard (NOS), ensuring training meets professional benchmarks. This accreditation validates your skills, making you more competitive and compliant in the telecom sector.
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