What is the first step when attaching aerial drop cable to a house hook?

What is the first step when attaching aerial drop cable to a house hook?

• A. Lift the drop cable to the house hook to simulate the proper sag from the pole to the strand
• B. Secure the cable to the hook
• C. Clean the hook
• D. Mark the hook location

Answer: (A)

The first thing to do is lift the drop cable up to the house hook to simulate the sag from the pole to the strand. Doing this initially checks that the hook is at the right height and that the drop will have the proper slack once it’s installed. That proper sag matters because it absorbs wind and temperature changes and prevents the line from being pulled too tight or from snagging on the building. If the cable is too tight, you risk stressing the hook, the service drop, or the entry point; if it’s too slack, the cable could sag too low or move unpredictably. Verifying the sag at this step helps ensure the cable will seat correctly and stay clear of obstructions before you secure it to the hook. After confirming the sag, you’d proceed to secure the cable, while cleaning the hook or marking the location, if needed, serve supportive roles but aren’t the immediate first action.

The first thing to do is lift the drop cable up to the house hook to simulate the sag from the pole to the strand. Doing this initially checks that the hook is at the right height and that the drop will have the proper slack once it’s installed. That proper sag matters because it absorbs wind and temperature changes and prevents the line from being pulled too tight or from snagging on the building. If the cable is too tight, you risk stressing the hook, the service drop, or the entry point; if it’s too slack, the cable could sag too low or move unpredictably. Verifying the sag at this step helps ensure the cable will seat correctly and stay clear of obstructions before you secure it to the hook. After confirming the sag, you’d proceed to secure the cable, while cleaning the hook or marking the location, if needed, serve supportive roles but aren’t the immediate first action.