High Steel
Synopsis
A steel beam can weigh up to 8 tons, requiring precise teamwork to ensure it lands safely on construction sites in New York City.
Synopsis
Harold McComber works as an ironworker in New York City. He is from Kahnawake, Quebec, where many men pursue similar careers on skyscrapers. The documentary follows McComber and his partner Eddie Lels as they maneuver steel beams 25 floors above ground. They stress teamwork and safety in their demanding jobs. McComber reflects on his family life and childhood in Kahnawake, sharing the balance between his profession and home. Directed by Don Owen, "High Steel" runs for 14 minutes.
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Why Watch
- Meet Harold McComber, a skilled Mohawk iron worker.
- Find out what teamwork looks like 25 floors up.
- See the dangers of iron work firsthand.
- Discover the cultural ties of iron workers in Kaga.
Did You Know
- Harold McComber has been an iron worker for 15 years.
- A good size beam can weigh up to 8 tons.
- Harold fell 35 feet from a tank and spent 2 months in the hospital.
- Harold's grandfather and father were also iron workers.
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What is Harold McComber's profession?
Harold McComber is an iron worker.
How long has Harold McComber been an iron worker?
Harold McComber has been an iron worker for 15 years.
What happened to Harold McComber during his work?
Harold McComber fell about 35 feet and spent 2 months in the hospital after the accident.
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