Lesson 1Line-of-sight analysis: spotting trees, buildings, roof edges, and seasonal leaf effectsLearn to check line-of-sight by finding trees, buildings, roof edges, and blocks. You will think about satellite path, dish spots, and leaf changes in rainy seasons that affect signal over time.
Using sighting tools to trace satellite pathsFinding current blocks like treesGuessing leaf growth effectsComparing other dish spotsNoting LOS dangers in site recordsLesson 2Pre-work check: papers, permits, customer okay, and site photos for starting recordsBefore work, confirm papers, permits, and customer info. This part explains checking job details, taking starting photos, and recording old damage or dangers to protect worker and owner.
Reviewing work orders and job detailsConfirming customer name and wantsChecking permits and land okayTaking starting photos of siteRecording old damage and dangersLesson 3Checking coaxial cables, joins, splitters, multi-switches, and inside endsThis part covers checking coaxial lines, joins, splitters, and multi-switches for breaks, wet, and signal drop. You will also check inside ends, labels, and pull relief for lasting strength.
Finding bends, crushes, and sun damageChecking joins for rust and looseEvaluating splitter and multi-switch spotsInspecting inside wall plates and endsLabelling cable paths for later serviceLesson 4Using tools and apps for early azimuth/elevation/skew check (satellite sites, compass apps)Learn to use satellite sites and phone apps to get azimuth, elevation, and skew numbers. This part covers map matching, magnet north vs true north, and checking readings with site conditions.
Picking good satellite check sitesUsing compass and angle appsKnowing magnet vs true northChecking skew for chosen satellitesMatching app info with real siteLesson 5Eye check of dish, stand, pole, and wall/roof holdsDo a close eye check of the dish, stand, pole, and holds. Learn to spot wrong aim, loose parts, rust, and water harm that could affect safety, aim truth, or long system steady.
Checking dish aim and bend signsInspecting pole straight and strongExamining wall and roof hold fixingFinding rust, cracks, and metal tiredChecking seal and water enter spotsLesson 6Personal safety gear and PPE list: belts, holds, hard hats, gloves, and shoesKnow needed personal safety gear for satellite jobs, including belts, holds, hard hats, gloves, and shoes. Learn to use a PPE list to check state, fit, and rules before each task.
Picking fall stop belts and ropesChoosing holds and lines for roofsUsing hard hats, gloves, and eye guardSelecting no-slip, safe shoesFinishing and keeping PPE listsLesson 7Roof and balcony entry planning: ladder spots, fall dangers, and help plansPlan safe entry to roofs and balconies by picking steady ladder spots, control fall dangers, and ready help choices. Learn to check grounds, hold points, weather risks, and local rules before climb.
Picking safe ladder spots and anglesSecuring ladders to builds and holdsAssessing roof grounds and weight holdFinding fall dangers and no-go zonesPlanning help paths and urgent entryLesson 8Checking dish state: mirror, feedhorn/LNB, bolts, rust, and build strengthCheck state of mirror, feedhorn or LNB, and all fasteners. This part covers rust, sun damage, water enter, and build weak that may need fix, change, or re-hold.
Inspecting mirror face for dentsChecking LNB house and weather sealsTesting LNB arm strong and aimEvaluating bolts, nuts, and clamp tightDeciding when change is neededLesson 9Power safety and ground checks: near power lines, lightning guard, and join needsThis part explains spotting power dangers near satellite sites, including power lines and service poles. Learn ground, join, and lightning guard basics to keep system and people safe.
Keeping space from overhead linesFinding service enters and metersVerifying dish and pole ground pathsChecking join to build ground systemAssessing surge and lightning guard
