Forum provides subject matter expertise for the Telecommunications industry in Washington State.

We provide complete telecommunications written programs, training plans, and annual employee certification.

Telecommunications Competent Person for Managers, Supervisors and Safety Managers - WAC 296-32

Forum Consulting LLC provides “Telecommunications Competent Person” training based on WAC 296-32 for managers, supervisors, and line crews. WAC 296-32 has changed the game in telecommunications safety. With separate rules for Wireless and Wireline applications, this rule requires significant time to understand and comply with. This one day class covers program and training requirements for:

  • General Requirements of WAC 296-32

  • New Hire for Telecom Employees

  • Control of Hazardous Energy - RF, EME, Laser, Microwave, and AM/FM Safety Requirements

  • Overhead Wireline Safety

  • Underground Wireline Safety and Directional Boring

  • Excavation and Trenching Competent Person

  • Confined Space Supervisor, Attendant, Entrant and Rescue for Telecommunications

Competent Climber and Rescuer
Tower

This course includes single rescuer and ground based rescue techniques.

  • Initial 3 Day Training for Competent Climber/Rescuer

  • Annual 1 Day Refresher Courses

Competent Climber and Rescuer
Pole and Bucket

This course includes pole top rescue and bucket rescue techniques.

  • Initial 2 Day Training for Competent Climber/Rescuer

  • Annual 1 Day Refresher Courses

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