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... policy. Controlling loss is at a critical point. Tower construction costs are escalating, and so are the insurance claims. The prudent business approach is to eliminate wherever possible the opportunity for damage to occur. A tower that is out of service sets into motion a chain of events resulting in loss of income, audience share, and advertisers, notwithstanding the disruption of the station operation. There are 12 common causes of broadcast tower loss. A review of insurance claims points out the fact that virtually all losses fall into these dozen ... and browse through our library. We have thousands of articles, checklists, tip sheets, sales letters, and more! Communications Marketing Customer Service Planning Finance/Accounting Risk Management Human Resources Selling Legal and E&O Technology Life/Financial Services Glossaries Management Resources & Links Categories Popular Recent All Back How To Avoid The 12 Most Common Causes Of Broadcast Tower Loss 4/30/2013 10:36:34 PM by CompleteMarkets Editor , Douglas Henderson This content has not been rated yet. HOW TO AVOID THE 12 MOST COMMON ... was designed. A structural engineer should be engaged to inspect the tower every three years or when adding additional equipment. 10. INADEQUATE SECURITY. Security is becoming more of an issue, particularly in certain areas where towers and studios are located. The property should be fenced in, or at the least the road or walkways should have locked gates. Depending where the facilities are located, floodlighting roads, walks, and gates is essential, as well as the building, parking areas, and entrances. Lighting is a major factor ...