Book Openreach PIA S009 – Pole Stepping on Congested Poles

Book your place on our 1-day Openreach PIA S009 Pole Stepping on Congested Poles Course at Fibre Optics Training UK in Crewe, Cheshire.

Develop the knowledge and practical skills required to work safely on congested telecommunications poles within the Openreach Physical Infrastructure Access (PIA) network.

This specialist course focuses on pole stepping procedures, the safe use of pole steps, working within the upper envelope and the precautions required when accessing congested overhead telecommunications infrastructure.

What You'll Learn

• Introduction to Openreach PIA S009 requirements

• Understanding congested telecommunications poles and associated access restrictions

• Recognising hazards and assessing working conditions

• Safe pole stepping procedures

• Understanding the use and positioning of pole steps

• Removal and replacement of base steps

• Safe access and positioning on congested poles

• Working within the Openreach upper envelope

• Appropriate use of access and safety equipment

• Protecting existing telecommunications infrastructure

• Following relevant Openreach PIA safety procedures

• Practical activities and assessment preparation

Course Details

• Accreditation: Openreach PIA S009 – Pole Stepping on Congested Poles

• Duration: 1 day

• Location: Crewe, Cheshire

• Delivery: Instructor-led practical training and assessment

• Suitable for: Telecommunications engineers, overhead cabling operatives and contractors undertaking authorised work on congested Openreach PIA poles

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Delegates must bring their own suitable PPE, including safety footwear, a safety helmet with a four-point chin strap, protective gloves and eye protection.

For working-at-height activities, delegates must also bring an appropriate safety harness, lanyard and work positioning belt, together with any additional task-specific safety equipment required.

All equipment must be suitable for the planned activities and meet applicable safety requirements.

Book Your Place

Select your preferred training date and number of delegates, then complete your booking securely online.

This booking is for the full S009 Pole Stepping on Congested Poles Course. Existing accreditation holders eligible for refresher training should select the separate S009R booking option.