Lineman Rodeo Recap

Hendricks Power linemen competed at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo Aug. 21-22 at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds in Danville. The two-day, family-friendly event showcased the skills and safety training of electric cooperative lineworkers. 

The rodeo included competitive events for apprentices, journeyman lineworkers, and teams of three. Lineworkers were tested on skills such as pole climbing, hurt man rescue, and safely changing power line hardware, recognizing and rewarding excellence in safety, skill, and knowledge.