It is a very urgent matter when a tower climber needs a rescue plan. Tower crews are more equip with the expertise and experience in tower safety, making them better suited for tower rescues than most first responders. Through the completion of Job Hazard Assessments (JHA), tower crews can identify site hazards, equip the crew with proper PPE, and asses fall protection plans for a safe rescue.
This rescue mentality can be broken down into a few simple steps:
- Prepare
- Assess
- Communicate
- Equip
- Execute
