What fiery challenges await in the urban inferno of the Bronx, NY?
Asked by Holly Lambert 
6 months ago
Last Updated: June 29, 2024
Hey there, welcome to the Bronx!
At least they stay warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
Is so off, haha, completely wrong
Oh man, Lee from the Bronx has been around for over 25 years… That’s the truth, haha
Extremely hot and humid in the summer and equally hot and humid in the winter.. followed by a sudden cold snap after you’ve been sweating profusely down there doing whatever needs to be done😂
Of course, urban areas may generate more heat, but you never experience sub zero temperatures and thick snow while exploring NYC. We’re by Lake Ontario
Hahaha, more like tolerable in the winter, a tropical rainforest with a decaying organic smell in the summer
Probably a new non-union worker.
In the Bronx? Seriously, are you kidding me?
Is clearly a Union member, you can tell by the Coned helmet representing the local power company.
Maybe that helmet is for you. Hard hat for everyone else.
You’re right, if it were a union job, there would be 5 other people just watching 🤣
On the day they’re supposed to wrap things up 😂
I think this guy works for Con Edison in NY, so definitely union. Union of utility workers
Whatever works for you, go for it
Oh, someone decided to snap a photo 🤷🏻
Except in Staten Island, is part of Local 3.
Nice way to determine the quality of the insulation.
How large are the rats
That’s the Bronx for you. They actually have alligators there.
Actually put a saddle on them. Lol
I’d be more concerned about the large cockroaches
Is not telling the truth
You wanna bet?
I won’t do anything until they close it. It’s a disaster.
Yeah, definitely not a good idea. That confined space is dangerous, especially with high voltage. You could be in serious trouble before you even realize it.
We always make sure that everything is taken care of at .
Hey , are you a lineman?
I definitely learned my lesson after that experience. Dealing with high voltage in a pool of water is not something I want to do again. We do get paid well, but not well enough for that kind of risk.
Is a splicer.
Haha, time for a full-body condom
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Awesome picture, I notice fantastic photography elements.
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Absolutely not.
So silly
It’s just normal, not foolish.
It’s completely normal if you spend your day walking around with your box of crayons and attempting to bite your own ear.
Is essential.
Maybe we should consider shutting down airports and other important infrastructure to upgrade or add feeders? It would be pretty silly not to. It’s important to stay cautious, pay attention to your surroundings, and double-check before making any changes to wires or junctions.
That’s why businesses have generators… no one should ever put their life in danger for the convenience of a company.
How can you be absolutely certain about identifying a shielded wire?
VCI3. One feeder is down, grounded, and sending signals. The other feeders are still active. Use a spear/spike after positive identification. That’s the protocol in Toronto, with plenty of live 13.8KV lines around me.
I work as a high voltage electrician all day, it may seem risky but it’s actually quite normal and essential.
The cables are designed to be safe to touch, similar to the extension cord you use daily.
That stuff is exploding everywhere and the media isn’t covering it.
It’s okay, Jesus helps me out of tougher situations and forgives me
I feel anxious just by looking at this. 😖⚡️
All the cables are jacketed, Philadelphia is no different.
Wow, that looks pretty dangerous! I hope you’re getting a good paycheck 💪🏼
Unfortunately, likely earns close to minimum wage.
I think is most likely a union electrician, and I’m pretty sure they make around $60 per hour in NY.
One of my peers from my electrical class in vocational school passed away while working on this..Rest in Peace Shawn
I’ve been through that before, still dealing with it, not fun
Seems like a communication manhole
Wow!!!
I’d be thrilled with all those amplifiers
Just wondering, do cities like this have different OSHA rules for things like confined spaces?
So, is this not considered a confined space?
Hey , would this count as a confined space?
Hey , they classify it as an enclosed area.
I work in these spaces dealing with medium voltage and high voltage cables in confined spaces
That’s me in the picture, within the guidelines of my company, manholes are considered confined spaces
So I’m guessing everything in there is dead with the gear you’re wearing? What are you searching for? Are they commonly filled with water?
It might not be allowed by the company, but if you use a oPro, you would probably gain a lot of followers
All living things, got sent there to do a task, just inspecting in the picture
And yeah they are usually filled with water
Oh my goodness! That sounds insane! I’d be worried that a rat had chewed through it or something and exposed the wires…but I have no knowledge in that area. More power to you 👊
Are you saying it’s a death trap?
OSHA doesn’t cover government agencies. They have their own safety regulations. It’s discrimination at its worst. OSHA is a federal labor law, while federal agencies and local governments can create their own rules.
It’s unlikely to have sewer gas or natural gas, but I guess it’s possible if there’s a leak. But there are other risks…
Wishing you good luck, have there been any fatalities at your company? I bet they claim zero
I’ll shoot you a message tomorrow regarding phone inquiries.
‘t have too much confidence in the responses you were receiving
Chris
CR Electric
That’s a communication vault in the street. Yes, it’s a confined space. If they followed OSHA guidelines, maybe they wouldn’t have so many injuries and actually get work done.
Maybe in the outer boroughs. Only encountered gas once way up on Broadway. We used to blow air into holes and everything was fine. as meters never worked back then.
Sarro, that’s not just communication. It’s actually Medium voltage distribution. Looks like an okanite cable with sealed ends ready for testing.
Is that one of Con Ed’s holes?
Section 19 of the OSH Act clearly states that OSHA’s protection extends to all federal agencies, making agency heads responsible for ensuring safe working conditions.
Sarro, seriously with the communications?
Hey Patrick! Just a heads up, that space is pretty tight and full of cables that could be dangerous if they’re live.
Sarro is talking nonsense. OSHA has saved countless lives, can you even imagine?
I can count to potato, .
I recently learned that OSHA only has one set of rules for confined spaces. And interestingly, when it comes to dead-air attic spaces, OSHA doesn’t have any regulations on outside air, airflow, or thermoclines.
Was just given a pair of safety glasses and gloves and told, “It’s all yours!”
I’ve witnessed guys take apart and construct two 4-way pilc-poly splices and a set of wye-splices to replace a single pilc 5-way splice in holes like that.
Seems like union stuff, haha
Does he have his retrieval gear?
At street level
His head is situated below the level of the street
Retrieval equipment is not necessary when working on the street
Everywhere I’ve been, is always there. Just as soon as a body part breaks the plane.
The reason why it’s not necessary on the streets is because if a car crashes through the barriers and hits the tri-stand (and it has happened), the person working in the manhole could be dragged through like a toggle bolt going through a hole.
If you haven’t experienced it firsthand like has, then you might not fully understand.
Needs to follow OSHA regulations.
This is giving me major AI photo vibes
Hunter Mckee
UNION electricians are tough, unlike non-union electricians! We handle the REAL electrical work!
You spelled that word wrong
I can spell properly, it’s spelled M-A–A
You sound silly as heck, “we do the actual electrical work, duh”. You misspelled lazy as union.
We definitely earn a lot more than non-union workers!! You should join us!!
“Shit” is spelled DEMOCRAT. idiot. Just like all you liberal democrat idiots in the union! 🤣
No, it’s all about the UNION
But it’s nice to know he’s living rent-free in your mind…. I’m all for it
Are you feeling triggered, scab?
Seems like a scab from hee. BAC Local 1 Montana
Is a no-go. I was just too bright and eager to do well for the union.
Check out the ground wire on his suit. This guy means business
Hey, here!
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The shipyard man holes are really crowded right now. Medium voltage lifestyle. It’s definitely not for the faint of heart.
Usually ends up waiting for low tide.
Often finds that working the night shift is more convenient because many manhole lids are located in parking spots, which can be tight in ship yards.
My favorite type of job
This looks really bad.
I won’t enter if anything in there is active
Be cautious, bunch of snakes that are ready to strike.
I had to bring in some experienced veterans to handle the lead covered splices in the manholes at the Phila Navy yard back in the day.
Replacing the pump? Yep, that’s where you have to trust that everyone before you has done their job right.
You don’t have to be in that pit to feel like you’re in hell. New York in general can feel like hell
No mistakes allowed.
Wow. I hope you’re compensated fairly for that
Forget that, haha
A little scary
You don’t have to be completely surrounded by electricity to think the Bronx is terrible.
I can’t even begin to imagine.
A risk at 500%
I’ve been 40 feet under Chicago, running fiber through tunnels with the main feeder loop for downtown. The cable splices were the size of a 55-gallon drum.
How about Billy goats later, ?
Definitely Kris ehrholz.
Sorry , I’m too scared.
No way!
I’m trying to explain that there is no gas main on this side.
San Diego is knee-deep in water under SHARP Memorial Hospital.