Communication Tower Inspections
Communication Tower Inspections are a vital part of maintaining safe working conditions. With frequent modifications to communication structures, the need for regular inspections has increased significantly. A higher frequency of inspections benefits everyone involved by ensuring reliability, safety, and compliance.
How to Conduct a Communication Tower Inspection
Communication Tower Inspections are essential to prevent equipment and tower failures. Comprehensive inspections should be carried out annually, with detailed reports documenting the structure’s condition and any required repairs.
This process may vary depending on your client’s or company’s specific requirements. Our primary goal during communication tower inspections is to detect potential failures before they occur.
Inspection Process Considerations
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General Site Conditions
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Ensure no water is collecting around the foundations, as this can cause erosion over time.
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Tower Base & Foundations
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Confirm foundations are above grade to prevent corrosion.
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Inspect for cracks, spalling, or shifting in the concrete.
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Examine the base for cracks around flanges and base welds.
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Aerial Tower Inspections
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Ascend the full height of the tower, carefully inspecting each section for damage or irregularities.
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Anchors (Guyed Towers)
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Inspect all anchor points closely.
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Procedures may vary slightly depending on the customer’s requirements or company standards.
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Communication Tower Inspection Report
An inspection of the tower, associated steelwork, antenna systems, and feeders is conducted once per year. Upon completion, we provide a detailed inspection report, including photographs.
The report typically covers:
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Checks on safety requirements: platform grillage, kickboards, handrails, anti-climb devices, tail hooks, and ladders
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50% of total installed bolt check (condition and torque)
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Paint condition assessment
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Antenna and feeder schedule correlation
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Visual inspection of feeder waterproofing; replacements if required
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Checking all antenna and feeder earthing; replacements if necessary
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Visual inspection of coaxial and waveguide feeder routing for security and physical damage
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Antenna mounting security check
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Physical inspection of fast transient earthing
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Identification of any hazards or items requiring immediate attention
Important Note
This tower inspection is not a complete structural survey. We recommend a full structural survey, including Structural Analysis and Wind Loading Calculations, every three years or following any significant changes to the tower equipment within that period.
If a full survey is required during the contract, the Sub-Contractor will provide a separate quotation for this as variation work.
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