QUAKERTOWN, Pennsylvania, June 9, 2025 – Celerity’s splicing team gathered in the company’s training area for a hands-on OPGW Coil Lifting Training session that focused on field safety and operation efficiency. 

The training began at 6:00 AM and was led by Scott Hartman, Splicing Field Superintendent, and Daryl Zaremba, Safety and Training Manager. It focused on the proper techniques for lifting Optical Ground Wire coils on and off the “H-Bracket” on utility poles and similar structures.  

The session included 

• Review of a detailed handout covering technical specifications including coil weights, lengths, and lifting procedures 

• A live demonstration that showed multiple lifting techniques, which included the use of an aerial bucket, UTV winch, and a block and tackle.  

The training offered crew members a better understanding of the best practices in OPGW coil lifting. This goes along with the company’s commitment to safety for every member to feel confident and capable in the field.  

The next session is scheduled for June 16, when the remaining members will complete their training.