Several companies in Norway have already begun building high
voltage DC
lines between Scandinavia, the Netherlands and Germany
while Airtricity, an Irish wind power company, has plans to build what it calls a «Supergrid» — which would connect offshore wind farms in the Atlantic Ocean and Irish, North and Baltic seas with consumers in northern Europe.
• Develop thorough understanding of contract plans and specifications including one -
line diagrams, cable and conduit schedules and ladder / loop diagrams • Install and repair electrical systems, wiring, fixtures, motors per plans • Supervise and assign work to helpers • Diagnose problems, check current leakages and work with varied
voltages to fulfill client's power source demands • Follow workplace safety guidelines
while maintaining a safe and clean work area • Install relays, switches, circuit breaker panels and grounding leads • Test continuity of start - up systems and circuits using ohmmeter and oscilloscope • Handle terminations in keeping with color codes • Take necessary corrective actions to eliminate safety risks • Inspect helper's work for compliance with plans • Cut and install electrical conduits utilizing proper hand and power tools • Twist and solder wires together and apply terminal caps