[TowerTalk] TowerTalk Digest, Vol 78, Issue 13

[John Lyles]

I second what Rudy said, about using the screw in steps for poles. Deer hunters use these a lot in SC where I grew up, in their tree stands. I have climbed a few just for the view. The screw in steps have a bent end to prevent your foot from flying off. Ideally, you wear a safety belt also when climbing in case you misstep. 

Rudy, nice article about you in September 2008 Power Electronics Technology magazine. Bill Reass at work remembered when you worked here at Los Alamos. 

73
John 
K5PRO
 
> Message: 9
> Date: Thu, 4 Jun 2009 08:14:53 -0700
> From: "Rudy Severns" <n6lf at arrl.net>
> Subject: [TowerTalk] utility poles with steps
> To: "towertalk" <towertalk at contesting.com>
> 
> Many years ago (at least 40) I had a pole installed but before erecting it, 
> I installed the galvanized steel screw-in steps which used to be common.  I 
> could then climb the pole without spurs or a bucket lift.
> 
> However, I haven't seen any of these steps for many years.  I don't know if 
> they are still available.  I got mine for free but today they might be 
> expensive if available.  I would not advise using any home made steps.  It's 
> a long way down with a sudden stop at the bottom.