The Municipal Electric Systems of Oklahoma lineworkers rodeo in Stillwater at Boomer Lake had many competitors last month.
KOSU’s Diana Martinez reports.
Music fills the air at Boomer Lake as line workers compete in Stillwater during the MESO rodeo.
Stillwater Electric Utility Distribution Superintendent Vernon Hall describes how competitors have to dress while on the obstacles.
“All the events are simulated hot, so the guys have to do their skills and abilities with their proper cover up to protect them from accidentally touching the lines.”
There were about forty-three competitors from all over the state.
Lineworker competitions also take place all over the world.