Employees climb communication towers to perform construction and maintenance activities and face numerous hazards, including fall hazards, hazards associated with structural collapses and improper rigging and hoisting practices, and “struck-by” hazards. Pursuant to the OSH Act, employers must comply with safety and health standards and regulations issued and enforced either by OSHA or by an OSHA-approved state plan. Introduction General Topics Tower Climbers and Ground Crew Workers Carriers and Tower Owners Turfing Vendors VI. OSHA News Release, (April 14, 2015). Communication Tower Best Practices - OSHA/FCC Joint Publication. A guide to establish accepted practices for performing communication towers work safely. These standards provide a comprehensive framework. It includes lightning protection, grounding, surge devices, and safety protocols that require continuous maintenance and compliance with standards.
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