Is it safe to install fiber optic cables on a wall
Besides the usual safety issues for all construction, generally covered under OSHA rules in the US (OSHA 10 and 30), fiber optics adds concerns for eye safety, chemicals, sparks from fusion splicing, disposal of fiber shards and more, covered in Part 1. As electrical professionals, most of us take fiber optic (FO) safety for granted. Should I also consider running fiber optic cables in walls while I have the chance to avoid having to drill walls in the future if I decide to upgrade? Are there any caveats around running fiber cables inside brick walls? Are there any reasons not to run fiber at home? Can I use a wall socket like. Fiber optic cable can seem safe; it doesn't carry an electrical charge, and it's not a heat source. I decided to move the ONT, which is working fine, but I am not sure of the best way to stick the cable to the wall.
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