Cell Tower Technician how-to

How to Hoist Equipment Up a Tower

Rigging must be planned like any lift.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Rigging must be planned like any lift. In short: know; inspect; attach, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Know the load weight.

  2. Inspect rigging and hoist.

  3. Attach tag lines.

  4. Clear the drop zone.

  5. Lift on clear signals.

  6. Secure the load before releasing rigging.

Safety reminders for cell tower technicians

  • Maintain 100% tie-off
  • Have a trained rescue plan for every climb
  • Follow RF safety procedures
  • Stop work for lightning and high winds

Authorized climber · Competent climber · 100% tie-off · Lanyard · Rescue plan · Antenna: see the full cell tower technician glossary.

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