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Halligan

Halligan. Section: Tools and Equipment Issue Date: 06-2011 Revised: XX-XXXX. Objectives. To provide an understanding of the following Specifications Use Maintenance Safety. Specifications. Steel construction with chrome plating Size ranges from 36” and 11lbs to 30” and 9 lbs

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Halligan

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  1. Halligan Section: Tools and Equipment Issue Date: 06-2011 Revised: XX-XXXX

  2. Objectives • To provide an understanding of the following • Specifications • Use • Maintenance • Safety

  3. Specifications • Steel construction with chrome plating • Size ranges from 36” and 11lbs to 30” and 9 lbs • 3 working ends • 6” Fork • 6” Adz • 6” Pike • Hooligan is a three piece halligan • The fork and the adz end is pressed and pinned onto the shaft. • The fork is a little longer

  4. Use • Forcible entry • Prying, purchase point etc • Generally used in conjunction with the flat head axe • Can be used in conjunction with a sledge hammer • “Commercial irons”

  5. Maintenance • Check for burrs and cracks • File any burrs down with a bastard file • Sharpen all working ends • Avoid over sharpening • Wash with mild soap and water, dry thoroughly • Add thin coat of oil

  6. Safety • Wear appropriate PPE • Minimum of helmet, gloves, and eye protection • Full turnouts and SCBA are required when utilizing tool in an IDLH atmosphere or when making entry into a possible IDLH atmosphere • Check surroundings prior to using tool • Ensure the tool is the right tool for the job • Utilize proper hand placement to avoid the “pinch-point”

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