scope:

This standard applies to the installation of telecommunication cable within aerial pathways. The methods within are written for balanced twisted-pair, optical fiber media, and coaxial cables, including installation methods for poles, supports/arms and lashing of cables within the aerial pathway.

The material found within this standard may not cover all requirements specific to the site or project requirements. Additionally, specific items not covered within this standard include:

• Electrical cabling installation

• Maintenance, decommissioning or removal of aerial cabling and its associated pathways

• Installation of electrical protection systems (e.g., copper cable protection terminals and devices)

NOTE: The following illustrated recommendations and methodologies for installation and placement of strand (messenger), lashed cable, and self-supporting cable are typical of those used in outside plant construction and installation projects, but do not cover every possible situation that may be encountered. Therefore, outside plant construction and installation personnel should always adhere to the information shown on the construction documents and obtain confirmation/guidance from the engineer and/or client in the event differing site conditions occur or clarification is required.

NOTICE: This standard does not purport to address all safety issues associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the users of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory or other limitations prior to use.