If employers, be they contractors or subcontractors, refuse to change and treat their employees like human beings, then it is up to the employees and their families to unite and fight for justice and equality in the work environment. Tower climbers cannot keep putting themselves at risk so that big mobile companies can make a […]
The blog: Tag Archives: Cell Tower Climber Safety
Tower Climber Story
It’s Monday at 5 am. James is up and making a pot of coffee preparing for his day of tower climbing. Just like he would do for any other job he showers and shaves, gets dressed and kisses his wife goodbye. Though he is an experience tower climber, he knows that mistakes on his part, […]
Tower Climber Adrenal Fatigue
No one would disagree that being 1,700 feet in the air is definitely an adrenaline rush. Epinephrine, more commonly known as adrenaline, has some direct effects on the brain, both temporary and long term. Because tower climbers experience releases of epinephrine on a regular basis, they may notice some things in their psychology and biology […]
Self Preservation for Tower Climbers
Tower climbers are taking a proactive approach and taking control of their own destiny as risks and challenges have increased. There are many things that tower climbers are doing to improve their probability for safety and success while performing their job. Prevention is Better than Cure There is a unique world of wireless computer towers. […]
Cell Tower Climbers: Dos and Donts
In 2013 thirteen professional cell tower climbers were killed on the job. Between 2003 and 2011, nearly 100 were killed. Thirteen people doesn’t seem like a whole lot of people compared to some other hazardous jobs, such as loggers or structural steel workers, but there are comparatively few cell tower workers making the rate of […]
OSHA and Tower Climbing industry
The Occupational Safety and Health Agency (OSHA) and Tower Climbing industry has had a tenuous relationship right from the start. With the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to assure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards […]
Tower Climbing Hazards
Tower climbing, or cell-tower climbing, is the most dangerous job in America. Between 2003 and 2008 there were 70 job related death in the US, and only 10 reported internationally. While this could make someone wonder about the safety standards in the US, remember that more towers exist in the US, so it is more […]
Tower Climber Equipment Check
Safety equipment is, needless to say, the difference between life and death or serious injury. Tower climbing is the most dangerous job in America, but using proper equipment can lower the risks dramatically. Keeping it in good order is of paramount importance. The tips below are suggested methods and things to look for to make […]
Cell Tower Climber Safety
It is imperative for any cell tower climber to think very seriously about their safety. After all, tower climbing is a very dangerous career for someone to undertake, and therefore it is vital to consider thoroughly what can be done on a daily basis to make their job as safe as it can possibly be. […]