Those who work as tower climbers in the telecommunications industry will already be aware of the importance of height safety gear. There are zero margins for error when up in the air and hanging from the side of a telecommunications tower, making it vital for wireless companies to have the best safety gear available for […]
Tower climbing is an essential aspect of many industries such as telecommunications, energy, and construction. Whether it’s maintaining communication towers, installing equipment, or conducting inspections, tower climbers play a vital role in keeping our modern infrastructure running smoothly. However, working at heights can be extremely dangerous if proper safety precautions are not taken. In order […]
Are you looking to conquer heights and become a tower climber? Then you’re in the right place! Tower climbing is not just a thrilling adventure but also a job that requires a specific set of skills. As a tower climber, you’ll be scaling immense structures, often hundreds of feet tall, to install or maintain equipment. […]
With all of the emphasis placed on helmets, harnesses, carabineers, and footwear the bag chosen to hold tools often gets put on the back burner. After all, it is just a bad right? Well yes and no. It may be a bag, but on a climb the tower climber bag is what makes sure that […]
Electricity and communications are often taken for granted. It has become so common in society today that when we go home and log on, no thought goes into the effort taken to generate electricity, transfer electricity, and to get it into the homes of billions of people. For tower climbers, who keep our communications systems […]
According to OSHA guidelines, a hardhat or helmet must be worn by tower climbers to prevent injuries. So you put one on, wear it and call it good, but it really doesn’t end there. There are common mistakes made that can limit the effectiveness of your helmet. These mistakes aren’t just made by novices or […]
No one knows when the operation of a tower will go down. It could be noon, in the morning, late at night, when there is a storm, a clear sky, literally anytime. The importance of having a good work light can make a huge difference. Even in the daylight, the nuances of some systems may […]
A good and resilient pair of work gloves can make all the difference in the work day. There are literally thousands of different types of gloves, each with their own specific purposes. When choosing a pair for tower climbing, they have to be a balance between durability and climbing functionality. What you need to know […]
Where safety is concerned, no price is too high, but what equipment is really needed? What can you wait on and the biggest question of all, how much will it cost? A lot of companies will either supply the equipment you need to get started or take care of it for you. Some places though, […]
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 […]