Tower climbing is inherently hazardous and dangerous. More than that, tower technicians must be knowledgeable and skilled at constructing towers, and installing and testing RF, fiber, and related power systems. The tower industry has always been concerned that more training and certification is needed to ensure tower technicians can work safely at heights while building high-quality networks.

Telecommunications Industry Foundation (TIF) is addressing a number of issues arising from the rapid advancement and deployment of the telecom infrastructure. Michelle Kang, TIF Chair and Scott Kisting, TIF Founding Board Member/Government Liaison discuss key tower industry issues and TIF initiatives with John Celentano, Inside Towers Business Editor.

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