Tower Climbing & Rescue — poster
Tower work is unforgiving: 100% tie-off isn't a slogan, it's the entire difference between a bad day and a fatality. And a rescue plan that starts with “call 911” means your partner hangs in a harness for 40 minutes waiting for a truck that can't climb.
Two lanyards or a Y-lanyard: one connected at all times, especially moving past obstructions. Most tower falls happen during transitions, not while working.
Harness, lanyards, carabiners, cable grab, climb system. Check the structure too: loose bolts, corrosion, ice. One bad component ends the climb.
Hanging motionless in a harness restricts blood flow — unconsciousness can come in minutes. Keep legs moving if suspended; use trauma straps; crews must be able to reach and lower a suspended climber FAST.
Wind limits, lightning within 10 miles, ice on steel — the tower will be there tomorrow. Descending in worsening weather is more dangerous than not climbing at all.
Full certification online: Fall Protection Training — scan the QR.
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