Grounding Fundamentals

What makes a good line or cable worker? It is not just their knowledge of electrical principles or their experience. A good line worker or cable worker is one that is committed to taking the time and the steps necessary to work safely. In this course we will cover the reasons for grounding, planning your approach, and discuss details around the grounding procedure.

Course Overview

What makes a good line or cable worker? It is not just their knowledge of electrical principles or their experience. A good line worker or cable worker is one that is committed to taking the time and the steps necessary to work safely. In this course we will cover the reasons for grounding, planning your approach, and discuss details around the grounding procedure.

By the end of this course, and understanding will be gained of:

  • Fundamental rules
  • Distance/clearance
  • Planning and hazard assessment
  • Safety regulations and guidelines
  • Equipment grounding procedure

Course Topics

  • Understanding Grounding
  • Grounding Protection Rules
  • Grounding Equipment
  • Placing and Removing Grounds
  • Safety Regulations and Guidelines