Precautions for Optical Cable Engineering
Optical cables and their splices should have identification marks, and indicate the serial number, type and specification of the optical cable. es conform to the guidelines expressed in the American National Standards Institute document (ANSI Z535) for hazard alert messages. Alerts are included in this instru d ath or serious i jury ectacles) conforming to ANSI Z87, for eye protection from accidental injury wh n ha dling chemicals, cab. The length of one-time traction of the optical cable should generally be less than 1000m. NOTE: The below considerations are not intended to encompass all installation practices. Besides the usual safety issues for all construction, generally covered under OSHA rules in the US (OSHA 10 and 30), fiber optics adds concerns for eye safety, chemicals, sparks from fusion splicing, disposal of fiber shards and more, covered in Part 1. Know the standards that apply to your work Whether you're installing new fiber optic cables or troubleshooting and repairing an existing fiber network, a working knowledge of the regulations that apply to your.
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