Code Compliance in Power Line Inspections

When inspecting power lines, it’s crucial to ensure compliance with both local and national codes. I remember being on a job where we found a splice that wasn’t properly shielded — could have been a major safety hazard. What are some of your most memorable compliance issues you’ve dealt with during inspections?

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I’ve seen improper shielding lead to NESC violations too. Anyone else dealt with similar compliance challenges?

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I’ve definitely run into compliance issues with splices too. It’s wild how one oversight can create such a big hazard! How often are you all rechecking those from previous inspections?

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