Instructor Led Training Material for Lineman Distribution Job Role for Meter Installation and Single Phase Connection

1. Welcome to the Session onWelcome to the Session on
““Steps in Meter Installation andSteps in Meter Installation and
Single Phase ConnectionSingle Phase Connection””
(Meter Installation Process)(Meter Installation Process)

2. Learning Objectives
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
•List the steps to give single phase connection and install an electricity meter
•Explain the safety norms that should be followed for mounting ladder

3. Has knowledge to minimize the risks
Understands the risks and hazards
at work place
Has the ability to take decision, lead and
guide
Is capable of taking up the job efficiently within
the given time
Motivates the team of workers
working under him
Qualities of a Supervisor

4. Let Us Watch
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5. Supervisor
Lineman
Meter installer
Meter Installation Team

6. Steps Involved In Meter Installation > Step 1
Check the Physical
Condition of the Pole
Check the Physical
Condition of the Pole
Step 1
Lineman to check the
physical condition of
the pole.
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7. Steps Involved In Meter Installation > Step 2
Check Pole with Tester For
Current Leakage
Check Pole with Tester For
Current Leakage
Step 2
Lineman to check the
pole for current
leakage, if any.
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Check the Physical
Condition of the Pole
Check the Physical
Condition of the Pole
Step 1

8. Steps Involved In Meter Installation > Step 3
Check if the Distribution
Box is Fixed on the Pole
Check if the Distribution
Box is Fixed on the Pole
Step 3
The lineman to check if the distribution
box is fixed on the pole.
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Check Pole with Tester For
Current Leakage
Check Pole with Tester For
Current Leakage
Step 2
Check the Physical
Condition of the Pole
Check the Physical
Condition of the Pole
Step 1

9. Steps Involved In Meter Installation > Step 4
Check Load and
Condition of Distribution
Box
Check Load and
Condition of Distribution
Box
Step 4
The lineman to check the load and
condition of the distribution box.
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Check if the Distribution
Box is Fixed on the Pole
Check if the Distribution
Box is Fixed on the Pole
Step 3
Check Pole with Tester For
Current Leakage
Check Pole with Tester For
Current Leakage
Step 2
Check the Physical
Condition of the Pole
Check the Physical
Condition of the Pole
Step 1

10. Steps Involved In Meter Installation > Step 5
Meter installer to select the
place where the meter has to be
fixed.
He should maintain
the height of meter as
per the safety norms.
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Analyse the place and
height where the meter
has to be fixed
Analyse the place and
height where the meter
has to be fixed
Step 5
Check Load and
Condition of Distribution
Box
Check Load and
Condition of Distribution
Box
Step 4
Check if the Distribution
Box is Fixed on the Pole
Check if the Distribution
Box is Fixed on the Pole
Step 3
Check Pole with Tester For
Current Leakage
Check Pole with Tester For
Current Leakage
Step 2
Check the Physical
Condition of the Pole
Check the Physical
Condition of the Pole
Step 1

11. Meter Installation
Meter has been
installed

12. Check the physical condition of the poleCheck the physical condition of the poleStep 1
Check the pole with tester for current leakage, if anyCheck the pole with tester for current leakage, if anyStep 2
Check if the distribution box is fixed on the poleCheck if the distribution box is fixed on the poleStep 3
Check the load and condition of the distribution boxCheck the load and condition of the distribution boxStep 4
Analyse the place and height where the meter has to be fixedAnalyse the place and height where the meter has to be fixedStep 5
Meter Installation Steps > Quick Recall

13. Let Us Watch
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14. Giving Single Phase Connection > Precautions to be Taken
A rubber mat has to be
laid at the foot of the
ladder.
Check the metallic part for
current leakage.
Maintain the distance between the
pole and the ladder in the ratio of 1:4.
Wear full body
harness

15. Giving Single Phase Connection > Precautions to be Taken
Use the double line harness to
climb the ladder.
Hook the double line
harness onto a support at
the top of the pole.
Tie the rope at the top
end of the ladder around
the pole.

16. • The steps involved in meter installation are:
– Checking the physical condition of the pole
– Checking the pole with the tester for current leakage, if any
– Checking if the distribution box is fixed
– Checking the load and condition of the distribution box
– Taking care of the place where to fix the meter
• Some of the precautions to be taken while giving single phase connection are:
– Ensure rubber mat is laid at the foot of the ladder
– Maintain the distance between the pole and the ladder in the ratio of 1:4
– Check the metallic part for current leakage
– Wear full body harness
– Hook the double line harness onto a support at the top of the pole
– Tie the rope at the top end of the ladder around the pole
Key Learning Outcomes