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PIA S008 Overhead cable installation course

S008 – PIA Overhead Cable Installation

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From £400 + VAT

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What is the S008 PIA Overhead Cable Installation course?

The S008 PIA Overhead Cable Installation course is for engineers and contractors working on Openreach infrastructure to gain their S008 PIA Overhead Cable Installation certification. The course takes three days to complete, and the accreditation lasts for three years.

S008 PIA Overhead Cable Installation - Key Information

Learning Module for the S008 PIA Overhead Cable Installation course

  • The engineering techniques used to deploy drop cable up to a maximum diameter of 7mm within the Openreach Overhead infrastructure safely.
  • The agreed network quality standards associated with PIA (Physical Infrastructure Access) and the CP (Communication Provider) cable deployment.
  • A questionnaire and practical assessment to test delegates’ knowledge and ability to install a CP overhead cable in line with current PIA terms and conditions.

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  • Certificates

  • Exams

  • Course materials

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Benefits

  • 25 courses available

  • Face-to-face learning

  • Interactive group activities

  • Immediate results and feedback

  • Meet others in your industry

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

To be able to attend and complete the S008 PIA Overhead Cable Installation course, you will need to have previously completed and hold the SA001 Overhead Safety certificate.

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Equipment to bring on the day

See below a list of equipment or PPE you will need to attend the course:

  • Hi-Vis Clothing
  • Safety Boots (with defined heel)
  • Safety Helmet (with 4 point chin strap)
  • Gloves
  • Eye protection
  • Desirable PPE
  • Harness
  • Working Belt
  • Lanyard

If you do not have access to any of this equipment/clothing please let us know, call or chat with our team and they will be happy to advise you.

You will be asked to provide photo ID on your course, such as a passport or driver’s license, please bring this with you.

Other Openreach Accredited PIA Courses and Smart Awards

View below other PIA courses accredited by Openreach and the Smart Award prerequisite for this course (SA001). PIA courses will teach you technical skills for working on the Openreach telecoms infrastructure:

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