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Competitor FAQ

To ask a question about the rodeo events, please contact Rodeo@PublicPower.org. 

• What class of rubber gloves is required? Class 2 rubber gloves.
• What are the rules on long cuff leather gloves for ground hands during rodeo events? The rule has been relaxed by removing the verbiage that required a specific length of gauntlet on the work gloves. The general rules states that work gloves must be worn while working on the ground and/or any event where rubber gloves are not required. See “General Rules” #3, #18 and “2 Point Deductions” #21, #22.
• Does the Rodeo provide any tools or equipment? The competitor must supply all equipment and tools.
• Can the handline be hung on the arm? Yes, the handline can be hung on the arm.
• Can the nose bag be hung on the belt? No, the nose bag cannot be hung on the belt.
• What size conductors will be used for Apprentice and Journeyman events? All event conductors will be sized 2# ACSR.
• What type of pole will be used? TBD
• Can your own nose bag be used for every event? Yes, a lineworker's own nose bags can be used for every event.
• Do the linemen need to have a Journeyman card? You do not need to have a Journeyman card to compete as a journeyman. You must be working in a journeyman role or higher.
• Are plastics okay? If you are talking about the primary cover, then yes, as long as it is rated for the voltage.
• Is plastic extension hand legal? If so, what length? Yes, as long as it is a rated hot stick, you can maintain your MAD, and the tool is not modified.
• What is the minimum approach distance per voltage? Listed in the 17th edition APPA Safety Manual
• What tools do you supply for the event? None, unless stated in the description.
• Do we need to bring all the tools for the events? Yes, unless otherwise stated in the description.
• Can the public come and observe? Yes, the public can come and observe at no charge.
• How are apprentice events scored? To determine Overall Apprentice results, apprentices will be awarded points equivalent to their placement in each event. The lowest total points across all events will determine the overall winner. For example:

Apprentice 2 would win 1st Place Overall based on the lowest overall total points. Apprentice 1 would receive 2nd Place Overall and Apprentice 3 would receive 3rd Place Overall. If total points result in a tie, overall time will be the tiebreaker. This will be applied to overall results ONLY. Individual event results will continue to be based on actual score and time.

• What is the approximate spacing between poles at the event? The spacing between the poles will vary depending on the layout of the yard.
• Does each apprentice need to control their own handlines for sending materials up and down or are they allowed to have a groundman control it? Apprentices need to control their own handline.
• What brand and model is the mannequin that is used in the Rodeo? The mannequin used for the competition is manufactured by Buckingham and the model is the Toughbuck Rescue Dummy 6934-154.
• How much does the mannequin weigh that is used in the Hurtman Rescue? Approximately 150-160 lbs.
• Do all apprentice events, besides the Hurtman Rescue, start with belt and hooks on and arm length from the pole? Yes.
• While working can I hang a material bag from my climbing belt? No.
• Are competitors allowed to wear GoPros on their hard hats? Yes, however, it will be treated the same as any article of equipment or tool. If it falls off and comes to the ground, it will be a 2-point deduction as defined in #6 of the general rules.
• Can competitors use an extendo stick to hold a phase from the ground? No.
• Can we install cover up from the ground using an extendo stick? No.
• Can we float the neutral? No, you’ll need to transition over the neutral if the event contains it.
• Are we allowed to two part the hand line before running events? No, not before time starts unless otherwise noted in the event description.
• Can a hand line be hung over the neutral if we are under the neutral and not encroaching on minimum approach distance? Yes.
• Are apprentices allowed to hang hand lines with hooks on braces? No.