Assisting an unresponsive or unconscious coworker atop a utility pole is a rare occurrence, but potentially life-saving pole-top rescue skills are vital in the electrical industry. That’s why lineworkers from Unitil recently participated in a comprehensive pole-top rescue training exercise to gain the tools and confidence to act decisively in an emergency. Pole-top rescue simulation drills are offered annually as part of our robust safety strategy, but this year featured more in-depth training with assistance from Powerline Training Consultants, a company that provides training and consulting services for the utility industry with hands-on experiences.
Unitil lineworkers learn pole-top rescue skills in simulation drills
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