For all classes beginning on or after July 1, 2026, registration for both the School and the associated Hands‑On Test is required for all participants. The Hands‑On Test will be included as part of the registration process and reflected in the total registration fee.
A separate registration option for the Hands‑On Test is available for individuals who are required to complete the Hands‑On Test only.
COURSE DESCRIPTION & OUTLINE
The Intermediate Lineworker School introduces line maintenance, construction, and framing. Topics include safe working practices and procedures of working off a pole using hooks. Upon completion, students will be able to construct a line and perform routine maintenance to specifications.
- Chain Saw Safety Handout
- Cross-arm Construction
- Equipotential Personal Protective Grounding
- Install Transformers
- Pole Climbing
- Pole Framing
- Pole & Line Specifications
- Replace Damaged Insulators
- Single-phase Line Construction
- Three-phase Line Construction
- Tie Wire, Armor Rods, Preform Ties
Students are required to bring climbing equipment, hand tools, and required PPE (hard hat, work gloves, rubber gloves and protectors, ANSI Z87 safety glasses, work boots). Students are encouraged to bring a clean pair of shoes to wear inside the classroom. Those with damaged or defective equipment will be dismissed.
This school is not intended to certify an individual as outlined in (a) (2) (vii) of the 1910.269 Electrical Power Generation Transmission and Distribution Standard.
TIMES:
- Monday: 9:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.
- Tuesday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.
- Friday: 8:00 a.m.– 12:00 p.m.
PRICE:
- Members: $1,149 (includes Hands-On Test)
- Associate Members: $1,699 (includes Hands-On Test)
- Non-Members: $2,249 (includes Hands-On Test)
Price includes workbook, snacks and lunch Monday – Thursday. Class size is limited to 25.
PREREQUISITES: Basic Lineworker School
AFFILIATED PROGRAMS: This course satisfies Safety School requirements for the ElectriCities Lineworker Career Development and Apprenticeship (Level II).
NASH COMMUNITY COLLEGE: This course is part of the Nash Community College Electric Line Construction Technology Degree program. Successful completion of the ElectriCities Intermediate Lineworker School grants participants credit for Nash’s “Overhead Line Construction II” (ELT 115).
CANCELLATION POLICY: If a course is cancelled by ElectriCities, all registrants will be notified with a full registration fee refund. A non-refundable registration fee will be charged for cancellations after the deadline of August 3, 2026.
HANDS-ON TEST:
COURSE DESCRIPTION
ElectriCities’ Apprenticeship Program hands-on test is used to evaluate proficiency for this school. There is one scenario for Intermediate Lineworker School hands-on test: Overhead Equipotential Personal Protective Grounding (3-phase circuit).
Jobsite Scenario - Overhead Equipotential Personal Protective Grounding (3-phase circuit)
- This test will be conducted by the student while climbing on a 20 ft pole framed with 3-phase cross-arm framing with primary and neutral tied in.
- Student will properly install overhead equipotential personal protective grounds on a 3-phase circuit.
- Student will complete the required steps to remove personal protective grounds properly and safely from a 3-phase circuit.
- Student shall complete the required steps in compliance with the rules listed in the current APPA Safety manual, OSHA standards, and industry standards.
- A score of 80 must be obtained for a passing grade.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Student must understand the following before proceeding with testing:
- Test Expectations
- Skill Expectations
- Scoring
- Passing Score
- APPA Safety Manual, OSHA Standard, NESC and Industry Standards (to complete this test)
2. Any questions?
3. During Testing...
- A Proctor will observe the student’s performance for each of the Skill Expectations and circle each accrued deduction point.
(Note: Proctor will document any other Infractions under the section labeled Other and explain the observed infraction(s) on page 4) - Total Deduction Points: Proctor will add the Deduction Points column and write the amount in the space labeled Total Accrued Deductions Points.
- Final Test Points: Proctor will subtract the Total Deductions Points from the Beginning Points (100) and write that amount in the space labeled Final Test Points and circle Pass or Retake based on Final Test Points (a score of 80+ = Pass and a score below 80 = Retake)
4. Provide Feedback
- Proctor will share results with the student at the completion of the test, including any additional Development Recommendations.
5. Result Document Signatures: Proctor and Student must Print, Sign, and Date page 4.
- Student will receive a copy of the final document via email.
6. Return for Files: The original document will be filed with the ElectriCities Learning & Development Specialist.
7. Failed Student: Proctor will contact the student’s Supervisor, if they fail the test, and discuss Development Recommendations.
Only the student being tested, and the proctor (ElectriCities Safety & Training staff member) is allowed in the test area. Only ElectriCities’ Safety & Training staff can proctor end-of-level hands-on testing and graduation exams.
STUDENT REQUIREMENTS - Students are required to bring climbing equipment, hand tools, and required PPE (hard hat, work gloves, rubber gloves and protectors, ANSI Z87 safety glasses, work boots). Students must either be registered for the particular school or have previously taken the school.
TIMES:
- Thursday: 8:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If a course is cancelled by ElectriCities, all registrants will be notified with a full registration fee refund. A non-refundable registration fee will be charged for cancellations after the deadline of August 3, 2026.