Gin pole is designed to provide a lifting point away from a utility pole.

• A. Conductor grip
• B. Rope block
• C. Gin pole
• D. Temporary crossarm

Answer: (C)

The lifting point away from a utility pole is provided by a gin pole. A gin pole is a rigid, vertical extension used specifically to create an anchor for the hoist line away from the pole, giving you a clear, offset path for lifting loads. This offset keeps the load from contacting the pole and helps you control the lift, improving safety and clearance around lines and hardware. It’s the tool designed for creating that off-pole lifting point during rigging and replacement work.

Conductor grip is for grabbing or transferring conductors, not for lifting loads away from the pole. A rope block is a pulley that changes the direction of the line, but by itself doesn’t establish the off-pole lifting point. A temporary crossarm is used to support lines temporarily, not to provide a dedicated lifting point away from the pole.