Hazards of Fiber Optic Cables Hanging on Power Poles
Fiber installers may encounter legacy copper wires, metal conduits, or power cables during installations in utility poles or telecom closets. Here are 5 vital rules for staying safe when you're working on fiber optic cables. Know the standards that apply to your work Whether you're installing new fiber optic cables or troubleshooting and repairing an existing fiber network, a working knowledge of the regulations that apply to your. Without proper care, handling optical fibers can result in physical injuries from shards, or optical damage from laser light exposure. While these cables are engineered for durability (with some rated to last 25+ years), they are not invulnerable. Even the output of OTDRs, WDM and fiber amplifier systems, which are much higher than LED systems, are still well below that.
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