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 ELECTRICAL
Wood Poles and Accessories-Continued
n Tie-Wires and Line Wires: Use Field Glasses:
looseness
chafing
slippage
other damage within l-2 feet of insulators and corrosion at points
where linewires and tie-wires come together near insulators
n Hardware Pole Steps, Crossarm Braces, Grounding Bonds, Brackets,
Through Bolts or Other: Use Field Glasses:
signs of fire damage and rot or insect damage around all hardware
in contact with pole or crossarms
rust
corrosion
looseness of any parts
n Ground Wires: Use Field Glasses:
rust
corrosion
frayed or broken strands
discoloration that may indicate overheating or complete failure of
connections, including connection to ground rod at base of pole.
(Do not disconnect or allow contact with body if overhead lines are
energized.)
Protective Moldings
looseness
missing
broken
cracks
decay
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