SMDI launched its Steel Distribution Pole Lineman Training Workshop program in 2005. To date, nearly 1,500 linemen in 20 states have participated. The program educates students, instructors and utility personnel on the benefits of steel distribution poles. These one-day workshops, taught by veteran lineman Gary McDonald, include classroom session and hands-on demonstrations, teaching the basics of climbing, drilling, installing and maintaining steel distribution poles.
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If you are interested in scheduling a training workshop at your school or utility, please contact Dan Snyder or call 202.452.7100.
Hot Line Training With the Nebraska Rural Electric Association (NREA)
Linemen from many utilities within the Nebraska Rural Electric Association (NREA) in Sidney, Nebraska work with steel distribution poles in hot line training. The lineman training focuses on the benefits of working with steel utility poles, and the linemen's satisfaction with steel utility poles.
Storm Restoration Training/Working with Steel Distribution Poles at Trenton, Georgia
Linemen students at Southeastern Lineman Training Center in Trenton, Georgia work with steel distribution poles in night training. The lineman training focused on repairing utility lines to restore electric power disrupted after a storm, and is essential for lineman education. Steel distribution poles have stood up to harsh weather conditions and storms across North America.
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Read an article about Gary and the workshops!
From "Steel Pole Basic Training" (Nov 1, 2006 12:00 PM, T&D World)