New rules would protect cell tower workers

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So far in 2014, the telecommunications industry has seen 11 tower workers die -- a dramatic uptick in workplace deaths from 2012 when only two tower workers lost their lives. The Labor Department and Federal Communications Commission announced they are teaming up to combat a recent rise in workplace deaths. The two agencies announced they are forming a joint working group to develop regulations that would protect cell tower workers.


New rules would protect cell tower workers Remarks at Tower Climber Safety Workshop (FCC Commissioner Clyburn)