Live Line Working is an essential practice to ensure the continuity of power supply safely and efficiently. Increasingly used on distribution networks and transmission lines, this technique requires technical training, the mastery of specific standards and the rigorous use of technical equipment and procedures. On this page, we have gathered the most frequently asked questions about Live Line, from the methods used to the regulatory requirements and the training of electricians working with energized circuits.
We have based our content on our practical experience in training in Brazil and around the world, in accordance with the knowledge of our technical staff and international standards. We hope that the answers below will help to clarify doubts and reinforce the safety culture in the electrical sector.
CTST is a Brazilian company that offers international Live Line training for companies in the electricity sector. With consolidated operations in countries such as Bolivia, Chile, India, the Philippines and Nepal, our courses are customizable. Personalized logistics, experienced instructors and technical materials adapted to the local language guarantee the quality and safety required by the sector. Find out more about our trajectory in the international market.
No. CTST offers customized technical training exclusively for companies in the electricity sector, such as concessionaires, distributors, transmitters and service providers. We only work with closed classes, which allows us to customize the content according to the contractor’s reality. Find out more about our training portfolio.
Some brazilian standards, such as NR 10 and NR 35, support work on energized systems. In addition, there are international references such as IEEE 516, OSHA 1910.269, IEC 60855 and NFPA 70E, on which many national regulations and internal company standards are based. CTST adapts its training to the legal requirements of the country and the company. In the Live Line Methodology course, we delve deeper into this topic by focusing on the practical application of the standards and the fundamentals that underpin each work method.
Live Line maintenance is the set of techniques and procedures that allow interventions in energized systems to be carried out safely. This approach prevents shutdowns and ensures greater continuity in the power supply. CTST is one of the main references in Brazil and Latin America for training qualified professionals in this practice. Find out more in our article on what is Live Line.
Live Line electricians must have specialized training, mastery of safety standards, operational responsibility and physical and psychological preparation to work in high-risk environments. They must master the use of equipment, as well as specific maintenance procedures for energized systems. CTST develops this professional profile with classroom and customized training adapted to the reality of each company. More information about the profile of a lineman in our technical article.
Live Line Working requires the use of specific equipment to ensure safety and efficiency when working on energized circuits. Among the main ones are: hot sticks, rubber sleeves and rubber gloves, insulating blankets, conductive clothing, among others. The linemen also use positioning equipment such as insulated scaffolding, ladders, aerial baskets, platforms and ropes. The correct organization and cleanliness of this equipment, as well as the right choice for each occasion, are key factors to avoid breakdowns and maintain the integrity of the lineman and the system.
CTST has established itself as a benchmark in customized training for the maintenance of energized systems. We operate directly in Brazil, Latin America and Asia, highlighting projects in Bolivia, Chile, India and the Philippines. We offer classroom training adapted to the operational reality of each company, following international standards and the internal regulations of the country and the company. Our courses range from technical fundamentals and safety to practical methodologies, proper use of equipment and standardized procedures for distribution networks and medium, high and extra high voltage transmission lines. Learn more about our training portfolio and contact us.
If you still have questions about Live Line or need a customized solution, please contact us. CTST is a benchmark in practical and regulatory training for companies operating in the electrical sector.
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