Line students, apprentice and journeymen linemen and field supervisors devoted the morning of Oct. 14 to focus on safe work practices. As part of its annual tradition, the International Lineman's Rodeo Association organized a free conference for the attendees.
The half-day event, which was sponsored by IBEW Local 47, 66 and 304 and Burns and McDonnell and Safeguard, featured presentations by two speakers: Carl Potter, founder of the Safety Institute, and Zachary and Mylinda Spicer, who shared their personal injury story.
To learn more, view the video highlights below or check out this photo gallery. We will also be featuring a story in the "Rodeo Roundup" section iin Electric Utility Operations in the December 2021 T&D World issue.