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Cable Jointing

Number of Delegates: 6

Duration: 1 day

Location: Horsley Cross

Who should attend

This course is designed for delegates who are likely to be required to joint a copper cable.

Objectives

On successful completion of the training course the delegates will:

Understand the basic principles of cable jointing
Be capable of performing a cable joint on various different types of cable
Be capable of selecting the correct type of joint and equipment to perform a joint in a safe manner
Be able to test the cable after it has been jointed to ensure it has been successfully completed

Learning approach

20% Classroom based with PowerPoint, pro-active discussions, diagrams and drawings

80% practical completing cable joints on various types of multicore and single core cables.

Pre-requisites

Ideally the delegate has a basic understanding of the railway industry and is aware of different types of cables trackside.