a pipe, usually made of PVC, that is used to house cables and protect them from dirt, moisture, and outside forces. It also provides an easy route for replacing the cable should it become damaged.
Conduit
They come in various sizes and can house anything from a node with several feeder ports to a smaller pedestal with only one tap.
Underground enclosures
A passive device spliced into a feeder cable with ports connecting customers’ drops.
Tap
Deliver a higher signal level than would be used to feed a single-family unit
Hot tap
Most _________ also have a mark on the base showing how deep they must be buried. Following the manufacturer’s instructions will help reduce unauthorized access.
pedestals
Always check for ________ before touching a pedestal.
foreign voltage
A protective covering for hardline cable, typically made from galvanized steel or plastic, placed over the exposed cable where it transitions from aerial to underground.
Riser Guard
All new construction homes must have what installed in the trench
conduit or cable-in-conduit
All new underground installations and cable replacements must be installed in an
approved conduit
Conduit for underground drops must be buried to a minimum depth
8 inches
In all installations, all underground drops emerging from the ground must have physical protection in the form of
cable guard or conduit
The above ground protection for all underground drops must extend
To a point at least 4 feet above ground or until the service enclosure location is reached at the house.
The below ground protection for all underground drops must extend
At least 8 inches below ground at the house.
Underground drop cables routed down a pole must have physical protection, such as….
a cable guard or conduit
How far above and below ground must an underground drop routed down a pole extend?
to a point least 8 feet above the ground and at least 8 inches below ground
Other than contaminating your tools what could also occur if flooding compound is left on the cable?
It may not provide a good connection between the cable and connectors.
Name 3 of the ways comcast mitigates the risk of underground utility damage when digging?
-Use of local One-Call programs
-Participation in pre-construction meetings
-Use of technology and methods that make the location of facilities easier
-Proper locating and marking utilities by trained personnel
-Safe digging practices when digging in the vicinity of Comcast and other utilities
-Use of color-coded markings
Various state-specific phone numbers and web-based services exist, to help prevent utility damage when digging, trenching, or excavating but information can be found nationwide by…
calling 8-1-1 or visiting www.call811.com.
A standard for safety colors that will alert and inform persons to take precautionary action or other appropriate action in the presence of hazards.
Standard Z535.1
Proposed Cable Route/ Excavation
White
Temporary Service Markings
Pink
Electric Power Lines, Cables, Conduit and Lighting Cables
Red
Gas, Oil, Steam, Petroleum, or Gaseous Materials
Yellow
Communication, Alarm or Signal Lines, Cables or Conduit
Orange
