hvac service techs

hi. just had a pacemaker installed. going back to work soon. I'm a hvac service tech. wondering if there are other techs out there with pacemakers.

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by ebfox - 2012-10-07 02:10:18

Hi Ross,

I supervise 320 technicians (we handle building maintenance for a large utility) so I know a little about what you will be facing. For the first couple of months you want to avoid heavy lifting, especially with the left arm; it takes a while to get the leads healed in there.

If you are worried about electrical interference, I can tell you that I am around chillers, condensing units, pumps, generators, etc. every day and I have never had any problem.

Your doctor should be your guide regarding any physical limitations of your work.

Good luck,

EB

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by rossolman1 - 2012-10-07 10:10:15

thanks EB. I feel a lot better just hearing this info.

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I've seen many posts about people being concerned about exercise after having a device so thought I would let you know that yesterday I raced my first marathon since having my pacemaker fitted in fall 2004.