When exposed to outdoor elements, tower climbing equipment and safety gear loses effectiveness. From helmets to harnesses, recognizing the signs and risk factors of environmental damage is key to both avoiding impairment and minimizing the overall impact on each tower…
The element of danger is an expected part of working in the telecommunications industry. While safety standards, fall protection equipment, and crew member training have improved over the years, concentrated rescue planning must remain in focus for each tower organization.…
When tower climbers fall, the right fall protection system is there to catch them. However, the longer they remain suspended in their fall protection system, the higher the risk of sustaining suspension trauma. What Is Suspension Trauma? Suspension trauma, or orthostatic…
From time spent searching for tools to money spent having to replace those that cannot be retrieved, the direct and indirect costs of dropped objects can be substantial. The health and safety risks to tower company crew members, however, can…
In the telecommunications industry, staying compliant with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and avoiding injury is paramount. This requires having the proper tower personnel and equipment while also following industry best practices and creating the safest possible work…
Every company is responsible for the safety of its staff, regardless of industry, service, or location. Although the telecommunications industry ranks among the most dangerous for workers, tower companies have more health and safety resources at their disposal than ever.…
When temperatures drop, tower personnel still must make repairs, install hardware, and perform inspections. Here are four ways to keep them safe during the coldest tower climbs of the season. Spotting the Signs Before any personnel start climbing in the…
A relatively new staple in the telecommunications industry — designed to reduce both risk and cost — is drone technology. From faster survey turnaround to more detailed tower inspections, the use of drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), is a…
Of all the elements to inspect before a tower climb — workwear, fall protection, and physical obstructions — the local forecast is one of utmost importance. The nature of a tower climbing job is dangerous, but certain environmental elements can…
A thorough visual inspection is an appropriate way for tower personnel to determine whether their fall protection equipment is malfunctioning, damaged, or unsalvageable. Because most fall protection manufacturers aren’t required to disclaim exact expiration dates, visual inspections also might be…
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