Book Openreach PIA S009R – Pole Stepping Refresher

Book Openreach PIA S009R Pole Stepping Refresher training at Fibre Optics Training UK in Crewe, Cheshire.

Refresh your knowledge and practical competence in safe pole stepping procedures when working on congested telecommunications poles within the Openreach Physical Infrastructure Access (PIA) network.

This specialist refresher is designed for experienced telecommunications operatives who already hold S009 accreditation and need to renew their qualification before it expires.

What the Refresher Covers

• Review of Openreach PIA S009 Pole Stepping requirements

• Safe access to congested telecommunications poles

• Identifying hazards and assessing working conditions

• Safe use and positioning of pole steps

• Removal and replacement of base steps

• Working safely within the Openreach upper envelope

• Use of appropriate access equipment and personal protective equipment

• Protection of existing overhead telecommunications infrastructure

• Review of applicable working-at-height precautions and operational procedures

• Practical refresher activities and assessment preparation

Eligibility Requirements

• Delegates must already hold the relevant S009 accreditation.

• Refresher training is intended for operatives within three months of their accreditation expiry date.

• Evidence of current accreditation must be provided before a refresher booking is confirmed.

• If accreditation has expired, the full S009 course is required.

Course Details

• Accreditation: Openreach PIA S009R – Pole Stepping Refresher

• Attendance: Same day as the scheduled one-day S009 course

• Location: Crewe, Cheshire

• Delivery: Instructor-led refresher training and assessment

• Availability: Subject to eligibility and confirmation

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

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

Any working-at-height activities also require appropriate safety equipment, including a suitable safety harness, lanyard and work positioning belt, as applicable.

Request a Refresher Date

Please contact Fibre Optics Training UK to confirm refresher eligibility and available S009R dates before making payment.

Delegates without the relevant S009 accreditation should book the full Openreach PIA S009 Pole Stepping on Congested Poles Course instead.