Electric Utility Operations

Columbus McKinnon Publishes Five-Part Blog Series Promoting Utility Worker Safety

Feb. 15, 2018

Safety Tips

To help promote the safe and proper selection, use, inspection and care of wire grips and lever strap hoists, Columbus McKinnon Corporation has published a five-part blog series for utility professionals. Located on the company’s blog, the series includes posts on the following topics:

1. 4 Steps to Select the Right Wire Grip for Your Application

2. How to Properly Inspect Your Lever Strap Hoist

3. How to Clean, Lubricate and Inspect Your Wire Grips

4. How to Safely Splice and Dead-End Wires in Utility Applications

5. Safely Using Wire Grips in Tandem

With more than 140 years of industry experience and brands such as Little Mule and Coffing Hoists, Columbus McKinnon offers a large selection of products developed specifically for the needs of the utility market. The company's portfolio of lineman’s products, including strap and cable hoists, lever tools and wire grips, are designed for safety and efficiency, helping utility professionals get the job done in even the most hazardous environments.

About the Author

Amy Fischbach | Amy Fischbach, EUO Contributing Editor

Amy Fischbach is the Field Editor for T&D World magazine and manages the Electric Utility Operations section. She is the host of the Line Life Podcast, which celebrates the grit, courage and inspirational teamwork of the line trade. She also works on the annual Lineworker Supplement and the Vegetation Management Supplement as well as the Lineman Life and Lineman's Rodeo News enewsletters. Amy also covers events such as the Trees & Utilities conference and the International Lineman's Rodeo. She is the past president of the ASBPE Educational Foundation and ASBPE and earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in journalism from Kansas State University. She can be reached at [email protected].