Electricity Today T&D Magazine – Linemen Safety Nov&Dec 2019 Special Edition

In this edition, we focus on the critical safety measures that protect the hardworking linemen who maintain and repair our power grid. As essential workers on the front lines of electrical distribution, linemen face unique and often hazardous conditions that demand the highest levels of safety awareness, training, and equipment.

This special issue explores the latest advancements in linemen safety, including innovations in personal protective equipment (PPE), safety protocols, and training techniques. We also examine the role of technology in enhancing safety, from real-time monitoring and remote diagnostics to the use of drones and robotics to reduce the risks faced by linemen in dangerous environments.

Through expert insights, case studies, and industry best practices, this edition provides a comprehensive look at how the industry is working to ensure that linemen can carry out their essential work as safely as possible. Whether you're a safety officer, utility professional, or industry leader, this special issue offers valuable information to help improve safety practices and protect those who keep our power systems running smoothly. Join us as we highlight the ongoing efforts to reduce hazards and safeguard the lives of linemen everywhere.

Read Our Feature articles:

• Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer Crossarms 5th Percentile Design Strength Value Development
• Choosing Your Rubber Safety Gloves
• Cable Testing Comes of Age - One Cycle at a Time
• Advancements in Dissolved Gas Analysis: Accounting for Gas Loss