just a quick question.... How many real lineman do you know that would haul out a ladder for a couple of risers?(if you can get your hooks in you can climb it!)
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> > How would this work with one or even multi riser's on the pole,exposed telephone line that has no riser guard would be prone to damage from the pressure telephone terminal boxes that have drop line coming from them with drop running down the pole could possible get pinched and go out of service,I think I'll stick to using my hand's as balance on the pole.
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> In three and a half years of climbing, to date there has
> been no damage to any phone risers. Damage is more
> likely to occur by the boot gaffs. Poles with
> obstructions are better accessed by ladders.
> Thank You for your input.
> P.S. At the time of this reply, A major cable contracting
> company has expressed interest in the tool for fall
> prevention. 1000+ Employees.
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> > > I don't like the looks of it. Makes you keep your body toclose to the pole. If your gonna do that, why don't you just make a seat and platform to go with it and make it like a selfclimber tree stand.
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> > > > Check out the new pole climbing tool and submit your
> > > > opinion. The handtool should be available soon. This
> > > > design has preliminary OSHA approval for CATV use.
> > > > Thanks for your input. http://www.linemenonline.com/pct
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Re: New Safety Tool for pole climbing
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