What is the proper way to treat a secondary breaker on a CSP?

The proper way to treat a secondary breaker on a CSP (Customer Service Panel) is to treat it as if it were energized and switch it with a stick. This practice emphasizes safety and precaution in working with electrical equipment.

When dealing with energized components, maintaining a safe distance is critical to prevent electrical shock or injury. Using a stick or appropriate tool allows the lineman to operate the breaker without having to make direct contact, thereby minimizing the risk of electrical hazards. This approach aligns with the fundamental safety protocols that emphasize treating all breakers and electrical components as energized unless conclusively verified to be safe.

In this context, treating the breaker as energized ensures that safety measures are adhered to, as assuming that a breaker is de-energized without verification could lead to dangerous situations. Thus, the practice of using tools to interact with potentially live equipment is a key safety principle in lineman operations.