Safety is of utmost importance when dangling above the solid earth, whether
two feet or 200 feet. I have one tower at 130 feet, so I am keen to keep
safe. I first climbed a tower 20+ years ago. Technology and techniques have
changed a lot since then (thank goodness). I'd like to hear from others on
types of equipment, tools, and various hardware used for doing the high
work. In any event, I offer up the following resources for tower safety
equipment and techniques:
Manufacturers
http://www.yatesgear.com <http://www.yatesgear.com/>
http://www,elkriver.com <http://www,elkriver.com/>
http://www.petzl.com/petzl/Accueil
http://www.buckinghammfg.com/
Training/Techniques
http://www.cdc.gov/elcosh/docs/d0200/d000287/d000287.html
http://www.n1fd.org/fieldday/towerClimbingBasics.pdf
http://www.natehome.com <http://www.natehome.com/>
http://www.sotc.com/attc.html
http://www.tower-pro.net/
http://www.safetyinfo.com/
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/2001156.html
I have specifically avoided mentioning vendors of fall protection equipment,
because it's a very mixed bag. However, I can say one thing: My recent
experience with Glen Martin Engineering has been entirely unsatisfactory.
AVOID THEM. It has been a long time since I have ever had such a remarkable
lack of "customer service." They lied about shipping dates, were unable to
provide UPS tracking numbers, and basically didn't give a rat's ass that I
got what I paid for or not in a timely manner. Perhaps the basic problem
rests with Elk River, the harness manufacturer. However, GLEN MARTIN
(http://www.glenmartin.com <http://www.glenmartin.com/> ) is the one who
took my money and charged me premium rates for "rapid" delivery. Three
weeks later, no harness, no tracking number. Two weeks in a row I was lied
to about when the shipment was actually sent. Rudeness on the "customer
support" line. I cancelled the order, but not before I had a major
opportunity lost. Anyone wishing details can email me directly.
73 Larry N1TX/KL7
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See: http://www.mscomputer.com for "Self Supporting Towers", "Wireless Weather
Stations", and lot's more. Call Toll Free, 1-800-333-9041 with any questions
and ask for Sherman, W2FLA.
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