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Bare Hand Techniques
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Program Description
Although the bare hand method may be limited in scope, this technique affords line maintenance personnel another option to consider for specific tasks. The program concentrates on the procedures and basic philosophy involved with this technique.
Program Content
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Thorough review of the bare hand technique
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Basic hydraulics
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Review of applicable IHSA Safe Practice Guides
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Emergency plan
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Job planning/tailboard talk
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Field practice—bare hand live line technique
Who Should Attend?
Personnel performing this type of work (including supervisors).
NOTE
Delivery of this program at your facility will require a suitable space to complete the practical portion of the program as well as the required equipment. Please check with your IHSA Consultant/Trainer for specific requirements.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this program.
Personal Protective Equipment / What to Bring
Participants are required to bring their own CSA-approved head, eye, and foot protection, traffic vest, AR/FR rated clothing suitable for outside work, Class #2 rubber gloves, personal hand tools, leather work gloves, and full-body harness and lanyard. The participant will not be permitted to participate in the course if they do not bring the noted personal protective equipment and tools.
Learning Evaluation
Participants will need to complete a knowledge evaluation and receive a grade of at least 70% in order to successfully complete the course.
Participant Course Evaluation
At the end of the training, participants will have the opportunity to evaluate and provide comments about the training they received.
Program
Details
Price Per Participant at
IHSA Facility
Total Course Price at
Your Facility
Program Duration
4 Days
Member Fee
$676.00
Member Fee
$4,840.00
Max Participants
6
Non-member Fee
$1,352.00
Non-member Fee
$9,680.00
Call to Register
To inquire about possible dates and enrollment for this course, please contact our Customer Service Department at 1-800-263-5024 to arrange training at your facility.