Cable Jointer Competition

To compete in 2010, register by 30 July.
The ESITO Cable Jointer Competition is a skills competition for individuals who carry out cable jointing work. Each year, cable jointers with varying levels of experience take the opportunity this competition provides to test the quality of their workmanship, technical knowledge and safety of their work practices.

This year's competition will run from 5-7 October at Mystery Creek Events Centre.

Line mechanic crews who want to test their skills can register for the team-based ESITO Line Mechanic Competition.                                

        2009 competition winner
       
        "We don't have anything like it in England.  The event
        promotes the electricity supply industry and promotes
        safety and morale in the industry.  It's all positive."
        Barry Coleman, Linework and Stones

Why enter?

Through the support of our sponsors the top two competitors will be well rewarded.  But just being part of the competition is a chance for competitors to raise their skill levels and take away new knowledge.  This ultimately helps foster consistent standards and excellence in the field of cable jointing.

What's involved?

Over three days competitors will have to demonstrate their practical expertise in carrying out:

  • a mains breeches joint
  • an 11kV through joint
  • fault testing
  • first aid
  • spiking.

Their theoretical knowledge will also be tested.

Although some events may appear to be the same as last year, some of the specific tasks have had a revamp, but the exact details won't be revealed until the manual is distributed on competition day.

The provisional schedule for this year's competition is:

  • 5 October, 10am-4pm
  • 6 October, 7.30am-4.45pm
  • 7 October, 7.30am-1pm.

Who can enter?

Individuals with experience in live low voltage and high voltage jointing practices can enter this competition.

What gear is needed?

Competitors will need to bring the tools and equipment (including personal protective equipment) they believe they will need to carry out the events listed above.

Awards presentation

The top three competitors will be announced at an awards presentation held at the competition arena on 7 October starting at around 12.15pm.  They will receive complimentary tickets to the ESITO Excellence Awards dinner where the runner-up and winner will be announced in front of a room full of industry leaders.

The ESITO Excellence Awards dinner will take place at the Bledisloe Hall, Mystery Creek Events Centre on the evening of 7 October.  To book your tickets for this event, click here.

How to register

To register for the 2010 competition, download the registration form, fill it in and send it to ESITO by 30 July 2010.

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