Stiring or Removing Deenergized Conductors cont'd

DOE-HDBK-1092-98

4. If the existing line is deenergized, proper clearance authorization should be secured and the

line grounded on both sides of the crossover, or the line being strung or removed should be

considered and worked on as energized.

5. When workers cross over energized conductors, rope nets or guard structures shall be installed

unless provisions are made to isolate or insulate the workers or the energized conductor.

Where practical, the automatic reclosing feature of the circuit-interrupting device should be

made inoperative. In addition, the line being strung should be grounded on either side of the

crossover or considered and worked on as energized.

6. Conductors being strung or removed should be kept under positive control by the use of

adequate tension reels, guard structures, tielines, or other means to prevent accidental contact

with energized circuits.

7. Guard structure members should be sound, of adequate dimension and strength, and

adequately supported.

8. Catch-off anchors, rigging, and hoists should be of ample capacity to prevent loss of lines.

9. The manufacturer's load rating should not be exceeded for stringing lines, pulling lines, sock

connections, and all load-bearing hardware and accessories.

10. Pulling lines and accessories should be inspected regularly and replaced or repaired when

damaged or when their dependability is doubtful.

11. Conductor grips should not be used on wire rope unless designed for this application.

12. While the conductor or pulling line is being pulled (in motion), workers should not be

permitted directly under overhead operations, nor should any employee be permitted on the

crossarm.

13. A transmission clipping crew should have a minimum of two structures clipped between the

crew and the conductor being sagged. When working on conductors, clipping crews should

install grounds at the work location. The grounds should remain intact until the conductors are

clipped in, except on dead-end structures.

14. Except during emergency restoration activities, work from structures should be discontinued

when adverse weather (such as high wind or ice on structures) makes the work hazardous.

15. Stringing and clipping operations should be discontinued during an electrical storm in the

immediate vicinity.

16. Reel-handling equipment, including pulling and braking machines, should have ample

capacity, operate smoothly, and be leveled and aligned in accordance with the manufacturer's

operating instructions.

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