ABOUT THIS COURSE
One of the most significant tasks performed by lineworkers is the troubleshooting process. This is a utility operation where hazards are easily unrecognized, customer relationships can be damaged, and substantial material loss may result. Helping lineworkers develop troubleshooting skills, or enhance their existing skills makes them safer on the job and better equipped to facilitate a positive customer interaction. Whenever a truck rolls, a safe and successful completion should be our aim. This class typically requires two days.
THIS COURSE COVERS
Troubleshooting – the investigator’s toolkit
Non-technical information (what did they say? what is tribal knowledge?)
The five questions
Ohm’s law
Series circuits, parallel circuits, open circuits, faults and overloads
Low voltage meters – settings, calibration, fusing, TOV and CAT ratings
Customer side basics – single and double pole breaker, GFCI, AFCI, load characteristics
Meter socket checks – weatherhead connections
Investigating the service – beast of burden, min/max, infrared, considerations for sockets
Transformers – visual keys, Xfmr checker, ringing for continuity, CLF’s, energizing to test
Transformer connections – diagnosis and precautions
Phasing
High voltage instruments – Xfmr turns ratio, HV detector operation, calibration, checking
Wire brush conductors, connectors (good, bad, ugly)
Safety during troubleshooting – gloves, glasses, tuck button and roll, impending failure
Elementary PQ and non-linear loads
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YOUR CREW
LOCATION
In-Person Training at Your Location
Recommended Class Size
up to 24 people (flexible)
COST
$3200 per day + travel costs
$2900 per day + travel costs for 2 consecutive days in same location
$2700 per day + travel costs for 3+ consecutive days in same location
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THIS COURSE
Test Instruments & TroubleShooting
