1. Cell phone towers are high and tall structures used to enhance cell phone coverage and
capacity. They transmit and receive radio signals to and from mobile devices, facilitating
communication such as calls, text messages, and internet access. The towers are typically
found in urban areas, near highways, or remote areas where cell phone coverage is limited.
Wireless carriers such as Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile own the towers and lease space to
other providers. However, working on these towers can be dangerous, and workers need to
understand the potential risks associated with working at heights, with electrical equipment,
and in outdoor environments. Proper training, protective equipment, and safety procedures
are essential to ensure worker safety.
The risks and the solution
1. Safety & Accidents: Workers who climb towers are at risk of falls, which can result in
serious injury or even death. Falls can occur due to slips, trips, or loss of balance, or due to
equipment failure or insufficient safety measures.
The solution: Larry Jordan II Lancaster offers to reduce the maximum height that a worker
would be required to work at during construction/maintenance/repair of the tower to 1.8 ft.
2. Electrocution: Mobile towers are often used to transmit high-voltage electrical signals, so
workers need to be careful to avoid coming into contact with live wires or equipment, or even
aircraft. They should also be aware of the potential for electrical arcing or other hazards
associated with high-voltage electrical systems.
The solution: Standard Ascension Tower has reduced the max amount of the voltage to
2.0V.
3. Structural collapse: Towers can be damaged by high winds, lightning strikes, or other
environmental factors, which can cause them to collapse. Workers should be aware of the
signs of structural damage and should take appropriate precautions to prevent collapse.
The solution: Standard Ascension Tower offers a 12.7/1.5 ratio of the maximum stress that
key components of design can withstand to the maximum stress experienced.
4. Weather-related hazards: Workers who operate in outdoor environments may be
exposed to extreme weather conditions such as high winds, lightning, or extreme heat or cold.
They need to take appropriate precautions to avoid exposure to these hazards.
The solution: Standard Ascension Tower by Larry Jordan II Lancaster proposes a weather-
resistant paint to protect the structure externally. It can help combat the effects of
temperature, by acting as an insulator, and help prevent corrosion. The coating slurry is
comprised of oxidizing agents at a minimum concentration of 10 grams/liter such that the
passive film is compact and continuous
To minimize these hazards, a project like Standard Ascension Tower should be brought into
implementation with proper training, protective equipment, and safety procedures for their
workers. Workers should also be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate
precautions to stay safe while on the job.