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Overview
The Guidebook for Linemen and Cablemen, 2nd Edition is the much needed solution for anyone working on or training to work on electrical utility circuits. Packaged as a convenient, single-volume reference guide on the operation of electrical utility systems, this book will give you what other resources won't: practical coverage of the equipment and situations that power line workers are exposed to on a daily basis, with a focus on ensuring concepts are meaningful and applicable. This book also pays special attention to the order in which topics are addressed; simple concepts are explained first, and the book then builds upon these fundamentals to explain more complex theories, thereby setting a strong foundation for clearly understanding key rules and regulations. This text been updated to include the most current industry information available, including applications of recent technology. This book also contains in-depth exploration of the mechanical aspects of the job, such as working with rigging, trucks, stringing wire, and tree felling. The need for safety and training is highlighted throughout the book, resulting in a powerful resource for linemen, cable men, foremen, and others associated with the transmission and distribution departments of electric utility companies. Check out our app, DEWALT Mobile Pro™. This free app is a construction calculator with integrated reference materials and access to hundreds of additional calculations as add-ons. To learn more, visit dewalt.com/mobilepro.
Synopsis
A comprehensive and reader-friendly book, The Guidebook for Linemen and Cablemen is a reference tool that contains the most-up-to date information for linemen, cablemen, foremen, and others associated with transmission and distribution departments of electric utility companies. This book discusses the equipment used as well as the responsibilities of a lineman and cablemen. It explains in detail the training and need for safety within this profession. This book is an invaluable resource, providing linemen and cablemen with the best quality and most up-to-date information for their fast growing, technology based, profession.
Editorials
From the Publisher
"I do like the way Mr. Van Soelen presents the material. I believe he put together the next linemen's bible." - Craig Healy/Asst. Training Director & Instructor Missouri Valley AJATC"I think that the book is well organized and flows easily from basics to the more involved. With so many aspects to the linemen trade it must be very difficult to put it all in order but I feel that the author did a good job of it." - John Hunter/Training Coordinator Cal-Nev-JATC
"I have been using the book for the past six months. I think it is very well done. Easy to read and understand and the pictures say it all.Thanks for putting it together I know it must be very time consuming but for trainers like myself, it's a life saver. I thank you from, the bottom of my heart."
"I really appreciate the authors approach to presenting the material in blocks (sections). The material is presented concisely and easy to follow. The illustrations are very good. Overall, I feel the book has a lot of merit. I believe [Wayne Van Soelen] could put together the next 'lineman's bible'". - Craig Healy, Missouri Valley AJATC