Safety Resources

2021 NATE SEMC WIRE ROPE SAFETY SLEEVE TESTING REPORT II

NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association released the 2021 NATE SEMC Wire Rope Safety Sleeve Testing Report II consensus document. [...]

Anchor Inspection / Safe to Climb Guide

Corrosion is an electrochemical process that returns refined steel back to its native state. The question we are up against [...]

Equipment Basics Checklist

The NATE Equipment Basics Checklist was developed by the NATE Safety & Education Committee as a resource for the industry. A [...]

Guy Anchor Surface Inspection and Report

NATE released the Guy Anchor Surface Inspection and Report document for owners, managers and field staff to utilize. A Dig-to-block [...]

NATE Guideline – Inspection of Guy Anchors in Direct Contact with Soil

Though the ultimate responsibility for the structural integrity of the tower belongs to the site owner, when an employer designated [...]

NATE Tower Site Hazard Recognition Guide

The NATE Tower Site Hazard Recognition Guide is an online resource that provides insight into the most important aspects of [...]

Planning Advisory Notice

Planning Advisory Notices (PAN) are designed to educate the many stakeholders of the telecommunications industry including tower owners, carriers, broadcasters, [...]

Qualified Contractors Evaluation Checklist

The Checklist for Evaluating Qualified Contractors was primarily designed to serve as a tool to help carriers evaluate a contractor’s dedication to [...]

Small Cell and DAS JSA Resources

NATE member companies have developed and maintained every generation of communications networks and are on the front lines once again [...]

Tower Climber Orientation

The Tower Climber Orientation allows a prospective tower climber to gain a greater understanding of the physically challenging, yet rewarding aspects of [...]

What to Do in Case of An Accident

Even companies with the best safety records know they need to be prepared and have a well-developed plan of action [...]

2022 Guide for Powered Ascender Use of Antenna Supporting Structures

2022 Guide for Powered Ascender Use of Antenna Supporting Structures Safety Equipment Manufacturers Committee (SEMC) This telecommunications industry consensus document is intended [...]

Safety Posters

These posters were created by NATE as a service to the communications infrastructure industry. Click an image below to view [...]

2021 5G-Small Cell Deployment Training Resources

5G-Small Cell Deployment Training The 5G–Small Cell Deployment Training was offered Free of Charge. This material was produced under grant number [...]

NATE sUAS Operations Best Practices Advisory Resource

NATE sUAS Operations Best Practices Advisory Resource is an in-depth, 38-page document becomes the latest in a line of commercial [...]

NATE UAS Operations Document – 2nd Edition

NATE is a prominent leader when it comes to the integration and safe utilization of UAS around communications infrastructure and [...]

NATE Safety Sleeve Testing Final Report White Paper

NATE Safety Sleeve Testing Final Report White Paper is an in-depth, 62-page white paper describes the overall scope, methodology and [...]

Guide for Wire Rope Safety Climbs on Antenna Supporting Structure

NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association released the Safety Equipment Manufacturers Committee (SEMC) Guide for Wire Rope Safety Climbs on [...]

2020 Wireless Rooftop Deployment Training Resource

This material was produced under grant number SH-05134-SH9 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It [...]

2019 Advanced Rigging Principles Training Resource

The following Advanced Rigging Principles Training Resources are available for use by NATE members and industry stakeholders. These resources were [...]

2018 Rigger Awareness Training Resource

The following Rigger Awareness Training Resources are available for use by NATE members and industry stakeholders. These resources were developed by NATE due [...]

NATE Dropped Object Prevention Guide

The purpose of this document is to provide the appropriate definitions, code references, and sample outline of a Dropped Object [...]

NATE Hoist Operator Educational Requirements

About the NATE Hoist Operator Educational Requirements PowerPoint Whether hoisting personnel or a customer’s valuable equipment, a hoist operator needs to [...]

NATE Safety & Health Manual Online Resource Library

Welcome to the NATE Safety & Health Manual Online Resource Library! The NATE Safety & Health Manual Online Resource Library was [...]

Industry Standards, Regulations & Safety Resources

The NATE Industry Standards, Regulations & Safety Resources was created as a tool to help navigate the various standards and [...]

NATE Glossary of Tower and Communications Terminology (2020), Third Edition

With the advent, growth and member driven achievements of NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association, we have all come to [...]

NATE Climber/Rescuer Training Standard (CRTS)

NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association today announced that a new Climber/Rescuer Training Standard (CRTS) is available to members and [...]

NATE RF Awareness Booklet

The NATE Safety & Education Committee worked diligently to produce an easy-to-understand document that can be used in the field [...]

NATE Suggested Fall Protection – Rooftop Work Area Protocol

The Suggested Fall Protection – Rooftop Work Area Protocol booklet was designed to provide member companies with specific guidelines for [...]

NATE Tower Safety Signals Booklet

The Tower Safety Signals booklet was created to provide member companies with guidelines for alternate signaling at tower sites. The [...]

Site Signage Package

NATE developed a Site Signage package that provides NATE member companies with guidelines for proper OSHA required hazard warning signs [...]

Base Mounted Hoists Used for Overhead Lifting and Personnel Lifting Standard

Base Mounted Hoists Used for Overhead Lifting and Personnel Lifting Standard

Climber Connection Safety Videos Volume 1

The NATE Climber Connection safety videos include breathtaking drone footage of tower climbers working safely at elevation. The practical safety [...]

2″ Round Sticker

4″ x 2.125″ Window Cling

7″ x 14″ Truck Decal

1″ x 3.18″ Rectangular Hard Hat Sticker

1.25″ x 4″ Rectangular Hard Hat Stickers

Personnel Hoisting DVD

NATE has created safety DVDs for members to utilize as part of their own training and education programs. Detailed examinations [...]