
What are the essential safety precautions and equipment required for OHTL stringing projects?
2025-08-13Answer: Safety is paramount in OHTL stringing. Key precautions and equipment include:
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Proper Grounding: All stringing equipment, including pullers, OHTLstringingequipment.com/Hydraulic-Conductor-Tensioners.html target='_blank'>Tensioners, and travelers (Stringing Blocks), must be properly grounded to protect personnel from induced voltages and accidental energization.
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): All workers must use appropriate PPE, such as helmets, gloves, and safety shoes, as per local and international safety standards.
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Overpull Protection Systems: Modern hydraulic pullers and Tensioners, like those we manufacture, are equipped with automatic overpull protection systems to prevent exceeding the conductor's maximum tension limits.
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Crossings: When stringing over existing energized lines or public infrastructure, temporary guard structures, such as netting or rider poles, are essential to prevent the conductor from dropping.