High Quality BS8020 Insulated Tools & Shovels
Carters ShockSafe Insulated Cable Layer Treaded Shovel BS8020
£46.31 Inc VAT: £55.57
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Carters Shocksafe Insulated Chisel & Point Digging Bar BS8020
£61.17 Inc VAT: £73.40
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Carters Shocksafe Insulated Clay Grafter Treaded Spade BS8020
£46.31 Inc VAT: £55.57
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Carters Shocksafe Insulated King Sumo Post Hole Spade BS8020
£84.22 Inc VAT: £101.06
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BS8020 Insulated Shovels & Tools For Contractors
We stock an extensive range of BS8020 insulated tools, which are essential for road, civil, and utility workers. This is because they significantly reduce the likelihood of receiving a shock should an underground cable carrying live power be struck whilst working.
When working around existing infrastructure, you can never be 100% certain that buried cables have been dug into the proper depth or even have warnings correctly applied over them. Every year there are countless incidents where workers are injured or electrocuted by hitting poorly positioned buried cables, and our range of Insulated digging tools is one way to step up safety without any inconvenience.
Within our range of insulated hand tools, you will find tools for digging post holes, laying cables, tamping foundations or raking aggregates. All shovels come with a clear BS8020:2011 marking on the shaft and a unique serial number indicating they have passed testing and are fit for purpose. With this range being so safety-critical, we only buy insulated tools from reputable, established manufacturers such as Richard Carters, who have been in business since 1740 with a proven track record for delivering quality products.
Key Features & Benefits Of Our Insulated Tools
Unbeatable Choice
Within our range of insulated hand tools, you will find a wide choice of each class of tool, from tools designed for cable and pipe laying to those designed for digging post holes or raking aggregates.
Strong & Durable
The shafts and handles of our insulated tools feature an ultra-durable Polyfibre composition with a solid fibreglass core, delivering exceptional working strength and durability.
BS8020 Compliant
Most tools come marked with a BS2020:2011 clearly stamped into them, allowing you to validate their compliance quickly. Selected tools come with a certificate of compliance, which the manufacturer holds in duplicate.
Exceeds BS3388 Requirements
Many of our shock-safe tools exceed the loading requirements set out under BS3388 and are tested up to 95kgs, ensuring your shovel works as hard as you do.
Unique Sealing Technology
Many of our digging tools have specially designed sealing systems around the shaft to prevent water ingress that could make the tool conductive.
Extra Wide Handles
If you have larger hands or wear gloves whilst working, you will find our range of tools comfortable to work with as they feature extra wide handles for added comfort.
Integrated Forward Treads
Where appropriate, many of our insulated spades and shovels have forward-facing treads, allowing you to place extra force on the back of the spade with greater precision. They also reduce weak points and allow the shovel to be lighter weight.
Traceability
Our ShockSafe branded products come with a unique barcode that can be traced back to when the tool was made and tested, ensuring your safety.
What is BS8020?
This is a British Standard that is specifically for tools designed for working near conductor rail systems operating at voltages up to 1000V a.c. or 1500V d.c.
The insulative properties of these tools also make them ideal for use by utility contractors and road workers where buried cables and live infrastructure pose a risk. It should be noted that this standard does differ from hand tools that electricians, such as screwdrivers and pliers, conventionally use.
Key Types Of Insulated Hand Tools In Our Range
Insulated Shovels & Spades
These digging implements are perfect for digging cable trenches at the side of the road whilst laying new fibre networks or gas pipes.
Forks
Used for spreading ballast or breaking up uncultivated ground and hardcore whilst digging for pipe laying or cable laying.
Insulated Digging Bars
These can be used to break up the most stubborn clumps of material or rocks in areas where diggers cannot access them.
Insulated Rakes
Used to spread tarmac and asphalt whilst resurfacing or carrying out reinstatement around excavations.
Cannot Find The Tools You Need?
We stock a wide range of hand tools, and not all of them are insulated style, so if you cannot see what you are looking for, please give our sales team a call on +44 (0)1905 794875. They will help you find what you need at a price that won't shock you, ensuring you can stay safe at work and within budget.
