This is what we like to call a Grapevine Knot in the lineman world. However, if you look up a Grapevine Knot on the internet, this knot does not pop up! This is sort of a specialized knot used in certain applications. This knot is excellent for needing to grip around an object, especially under …
Learn Basic Math P.E.M.D.A.S PEMDAS is an acronym that stands for Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division, and Addition and Subtraction. It is a good way to remember the order of operations for math. When you have an expression with many operations, you need to follow a specific order to simplify it correctly. Here’s what each …
A Munter hitch, also known as a Italian hitch, is a simple and versatile knot used for belaying and rappelling in rock climbing. It can be used with a variety of rope diameters and doesn’t put excessive wear on the rope. In the lineman world, we use it in rigging purposes! It’s very easy to …
https://youtu.be/3NagISnw1a8 A square knot is a type of knot used to join two ropes of equal thickness. It is a simple, sturdy, and reliable knot that is easy to tie and untie. The basic formula for tying a square knot is: right over left, left over right! The knot should be symmetrical and lay flat …
A Clove Hitch is a type of knot that is commonly used to secure a rope to a post, pole, or other cylindrical object. It is known for its simplicity and ease of use, making it a popular knot for a variety of outdoor activities such as camping, boating, and rock climbing. Also very commonly …
Learn How To Tie A Bowline Knot A Bowline Knot is a type of knot that is commonly used in boating, camping, and other outdoor activities. It is also COMMONLY used in the lineman trade for rigging purposes and other applications. It is known for its strength and ability to create a secure loop at …
Arithmetic is a branch of mathematics that deals with the properties and manipulation of numbers. It involves performing mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division on numbers to obtain results. In arithmetic, you can use symbols and equations to represent numbers and the operations you perform on them. Number sequences; are a set …
Learn How To Read A Tape Measure Reading a tape measure can seem a bit tricky at first, but with some practice, it becomes easier. Here are the steps to read a tape measure: Identify the units: Before you start reading a tape measure, identify the units of measurement. Most tape measures have both imperial …
What is a “guy wire”? It is metal wire that supports the pole or structure on hard angles, dead-ends or whatever the spec calls for! Now how do I find how long the guy wire needs to be, from place on the pole to the anchor point? This is normally a guess game, we typically …
OHMs law is a fundamental law in physics that describes the relationship between current, voltage, and resistance in an electrical circuit. It says the current flowing through a conductor between two points is directly proportional to the voltage across the two points, and inversely proportional to the resistance between them. Mathematically, Ohm’s Law can be …
Use Math To Set A Pole There is a specific & easy math equation we use in the lineman trade to figure out; how deep do you set a pole in the ground? Now it all depends on: how long is the pole you are going to set? Is it a 30ft, 40ft, 80ft pole!? …
Absolute value is a mathematical concept that tells us the distance of a number from zero on the number line. It’s always a positive number or zero, regardless of the sign of the original number. as an example, the absolute value of -3 is 3, because 3 is the distance between -3 and 0 on …
As you could imagine, hammers are used in the trades! There is a variety of different hammers & they are all used in different occasions! Learn the basic, different ones here https://youtu.be/-yRhXi4uCJQ
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