There are very few actual certifications that each contractor must have, other than a contractor’s license and/or union affiliation, to construct overhead facilities on poles in the public right of way. However, the contractor must satisfy the Member Utility’s individual requirements to work on solely owned or joint poles. Some of those requirements are:
- Contractor specializes in underground and overhead line construction.
- Contractor has demonstrable experience in joint Utility pole work.
- Contractor’s construction practices must adhere to Federal, State and Local safety and construction standards.
- Contractor must use recognized Industry specific tools and equipment for installation of poles and facilities.