Leadership Under Fire High Performance in Tower Climbing with Troy Ryan
Jun 13, 2019
Troy Ryan, the Director of Operations for Leeward Renewable Energy and a former US Marine, dives deep into the high-stakes world of renewable energy. He discusses the unique challenges of managing wind farm operations and emphasizes the importance of safety in a field fraught with risks. Troy shares insights on the transition from military to civilian leadership, highlighting integrity and adaptability. He explores the vital traits for enhancing performance among tower climbers and reflects on the camaraderie in the industry, illustrating how teamwork and mentorship fuel success.
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Respect Weather And Recovery Limits
- Avoid sending technicians into extreme weather when risk and cognitive load spike during ice and subzero work.
- Respect environmental cutoffs and factor recovery time after intense workdays.
Fatal Fire Drove Safety Change
- A 2013 European turbine fire killed two technicians and drove industry changes like mandatory self-rescue bags.
- The event shows tragic incidents can force safety improvements across companies.
Fatigue Undermines Diagnostic Skill
- Human performance risks include both mental and physical fatigue from repeated climbs and complex troubleshooting.
- Time-on-task increases observation skills that catch root causes versus temporary fixes.
