Bicsi RTPM 002 section 1 Site Survey Exam 2024

Bicsi RTPM 002 section 1 Site Survey Exam 2024 Pathway Considerations -Answer-In planning for OSP cabling, cable infrastructure must be determined irst. The choices are underground, direct-buried, and aerial. Underground plant -Answer-most expensive system, has the highest cable placement capacity, longest projected lifespan, typically in excess of 50 years. Highest initial cost Direct-buried plant -Answer-A lifespan of 30 years or shorter, depending on different conditions Aerial plant -Answer-Aerial plant typically has an expected life of about 30 years Route approval -Answer-OSP designer should discuss routing with the customer. The customer may have reasons not to use the proposed route (e.g., future plans for buildings and parking lots) Force route changes -Answer-field conditions may force route changes: • Adverse ground conditions • Coordination with other utilities • Missing easement or permits • Customer space utilization issues • Document errors or omissions • Unusual or special land use or activities in close proximity to the route Existing route -Answer-The existing route may be fully adequate. The OSP designer should evaluate the existing: • Pole lines. • Conduit. • MHs