Name: Carters ShockSafe Insulated GPO Trenching Treaded Shovel BS8020
Brand: Richard Carter Tools
SKU: 24733
Price: 55.57 GBP
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Carters ShockSafe Insulated GPO Trenching Treaded Shovel BS8020

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Top features

180mm Wide Blade
Extra Wide Handle
BS8020:2011 Compliant

Description

Carters ShockSafe Insulated GPO Trenching Treaded Shovel BS8020

The ShockSafe GPO Trenching shovel is ideal for creating and clearing trenches for two or more cables. Sometimes known as a “2-way” trenching shovel, this tool is the next size up from the Shocksafe Cable Layer shovel. With a blade only 180mm wide, it is easy to create clean, narrow trenches without removing any more material than is needed.

The Shocksafe component of this shovel is the handle, which features a solid fibreglass core and polypropylene outer shell, which together are very mechanically strong, lightweight and offer exceptional insulation properties. As this shovel design is frequently used for routing new utilities, striking a buried live cable is always a risk, which this Shocksafe tool will significantly reduce the dangers of.

The high-quality blade of the shovel features integrated treads that not only make the shovel more comfortable to use by spreading the load against the bottom of your foot but also strengthen the blade. This increased robustness allows a lighter blade to be used without compromising on the tool's strength, ensuring it works just as hard as you do.

Key features

180mm Wide Blade

The ideal width for cutting and clearing narrow trenches of loose material. Ideal for utility workers and similar applications.

Extra Wide Handle

Suitable for use with gloves on during winter months and comfortable for those with larger hands.

BS8020:2011 Compliant

BS8020:2011 Compliant - Suitable for live working and use around like cables, it will keep you protected from buried cables carrying up to 10,000V.

Forward-Facing Treads

Forged forward-facing treads reinforce the blade without adding extra weight. They provide more surface area for feet, offering greater stability whilst working.

240N Handle Torsion Test

Ensures the handle will not twist and fail when loads up to 240N are applied.

10,000V Electrical Test

The most important figure for this Shocksafe range is that tools are flash tested to 10,000 to ensure they will perform as required on site.

Individual Serial Number

This tool has an individual serial number showing that it has passed testing and conforms with BS8020 2011.

ABS Hand Guard Shell

A durable ABS shell offers protection for hands and offers excellent insulation against shocks.

Specialist Shaft Seal

The joint between the handle and the blade feature a specially developed seal to prevent moisture and water ingress that could impact conductivity.

Ultra Durable Blade

The blade has been forged and tested to withstand loads up to 95kgs, exceeding the requirements of BS3388.

Handle Bend Test

A solid fibreglass core encapsulated in a blended polypropylene outer shell make this handle able to withstand 750n in a bend test whilst also having great insulative properties.

Lightweight Design

Weights only 2.6kg, making it easy to work with all day with the spade head and handle, both saving weight and not adding to your working load.

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