Insulated Square Mouth Shovel | BS8020

Square Mouth Shovel

Network Rail PADS Approved

The STEL Rail range of insulated tools for the rail industry include insulated square mouth shovels with a 28″ insulated shaft tested and approved to BS8020 2011.

The insulated shovels are tested to 1000V and are operated by a one piece handle – compliant for use and certified to BS8020 the insulated square mouth shovels are authorised for use on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure in the UK.

Insulated Square Mouth Shovel
28″ BS8020:2011 Insulated Shaft
Tested to 1000V
One Piece Handle
Shovel Head Dimensions: 10″ – 12.5″
BS8020 Tools
Insulated Tools
Part Number: SKU: FIBT01R

BS8020 : 2011

When working near or adjacent to DC Conductor Rail (DCCR) up to 750 Volts only approved square mouth shovels and insulated tools should be used to control risk of accidental contact with the live conductor rail – British Standard BS8020 : 2011 provides advice about insulated hand tools for work on or near conductor rail systems operating at voltages up to 1000v a.c. of 1500 V d.c.

Square Mouth Shovels & Insulated Tools | BS8020 |

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