DIY Skills Test

What should be avoided when installing carriage bolts into the square hole?

Leveling the J-arm with the torpedo level
Installing washers between the carriage bolt and the square hole (correct)
Tightening rear lock bolts incrementally
Ensuring the carriage bolts sit and lock into place without spinning

What should be used to locate the rafter beam when penetrating an asphalt shingle roof?

A saw
A drill
A hammer
A stud finder (correct)

Why should an impact wrench not be used to tighten the hardware?

It will make it easier to adjust or remove the mount assembly
It will result in the bolts stripping (correct)
It will ensure the mount is tightened accurately from both ends
It will help keep the arm in place through the leveling process

What should be done to limit trips up the roof when using penetrating mounts on asphalt shingle roofs?

Avoid traveling repeatedly across the roof (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum length allowed for extension arms in this installation process?

19 inches (B) Signup and view all the answers

How many self-tapping screws should be installed per added extension arm?

Three (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended pattern for installing self-tapping screws to maintain mast stability?

In a triangular pattern (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended tool to use for sinking self-tapping screws?

Impact drill (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why should EMT extension arms not be used in Seed radio mounts?

Seed radios are too large (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol for mounting equipment on a customer's roof?

Place the mount as high on the roof as possible while achieving the best LOS (B) Signup and view all the answers

How many total photos should be uploaded into SalesForce per failed AP?

8 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the marked up photos of the failed AP(s)?

Markers such as arrows, circles, and text that clearly show the location of where the AP(s) are located (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if an additional AP is needed for Leaf installation?

Work with your manager to coordinate your schedule or another available technician to add the additional AP (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many zoomed in photos from the current Leaf home to the Super Anchor home(s) are required for the picture requirements?

2 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using roof sealant mastic tape during installation?

To prevent water leakage through the mounting plate (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of roofs require non-penetration peak mounts when installing box mounts?

Membrane, metal, and wood shingle roofs (C) Signup and view all the answers

How many skids are required for a 2-skid box mount installation?

2 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using outdoor rated floor mats during box mount installations?

To prevent roof damage to the customer's home (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of skid extensions that can be added to a 2-skid mount?

3 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of LOS Survey Technicians in the installation process?

To confirm LOS prior to installation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should technicians do if there are any installation variations required?

Consult with their direct supervisor (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for validating LOS for a 2-Man build team?

Each technician should be on a separate roof (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should technicians do if they encounter procedures that are contrary to their current understanding?

Consult with their direct supervisor (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should technicians do if they encounter local variations during installation?

Consult with their direct supervisor (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the total number of photos that should be uploaded into SalesForce for each failed link?

16 (A) Signup and view all the answers

When should a single person build be scheduled?

When the connecting sites are less than 200 meters apart (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should the marked up photos include to clearly show the location of the other site and/or the obstruction?

Arrows, circles, and text (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should technicians do once a failed LOS has been deemed?

Capture photos of the failed path and report it to their manager (B) Signup and view all the answers

How many total photos should be uploaded into SalesForce for each failed LOS requirement example, such as the Leaf LOS issue procedure?

8 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended number of cinder blocks to be placed on each sled mount for weight support?

4-8 cinder blocks (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should be placed under the sled to prevent potential weight damage to the roof's membrane when using third-party non-pen sled mounts?

Protective mats (A) Signup and view all the answers

What size conduit cut-to-length pipe extension can be used to obtain higher radio position?

1-½’’ EMT conduit (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before installing the extension pipe into the top of the J-arm?

Clear the inside of the J-arm on the existing mount from any obstruction (B) Signup and view all the answers

What tool is needed to drill the tappers into the J-arm and extension arm when installing extension pipes?

5/16th socket/nut driver (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should technicians use to level each J-Arm when installing a mount?

A torpedo level provided in the technician tool kit (C) Signup and view all the answers

How many visits are required after the initial installation of two mounts?

Three visits (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when placing mounts?

Close proximity to roof vents (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of over tightening the bolts when installing a tile mount?

The metal frame of the mount will bend (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should technicians use to avoid mount and support arm movement?

Properly tighten all hardware (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to ensure proper installation of the MBU lid covers?

Modify the bottom teeth of the lid covers with a pair of snips (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating drip loops on each cable on the outside penetration point?

To avoid any possible water intrusion (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to avoid water entry in the UPS enclosure?

Close the lid with the gasket properly in place (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to ensure that the carriage bolts lock in place during installation of support arms?

Insert the carriage bolts in the direction of the square hole (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure to follow when an LOS issue is found during an LOS site survey on any infrastructure site?

Contact your manager and submit a workflow to the planning team (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should a technician do if they are assigned a build by themselves that is over 200 meters?

Consult with the manager to arrange another technician or supervisor assistance (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for capturing LOS photos for a 2-man team?

(4) LOS photos from each side, or (8) total photos captured (C) Signup and view all the answers

When should a technician mark the LOS link issue in the Techview Aiming Map?

Once a link has been determined as failed LOS (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should a technician do if there is an LOS issue on a Fiber site?

Verify no LOS to all related Anchor sites using the azimuths provided in the Techview Aiming Map (B) Signup and view all the answers