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Pick Head & Flat Head Axe

Pick Head & Flat Head Axe. Section: Tools and Equipment Issue Date: 06-2011 Revised: XX-XXXX. Objectives. To provide an understanding of the following Specifications Use Maintenance Safety. Specifications Flat Head. Steal head 6 to 8 lbs Handle 24” to 32” Depending on model

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Pick Head & Flat Head Axe

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  1. Pick Head & Flat Head Axe 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. SpecificationsFlat Head • Steal head • 6 to 8 lbs • Handle • 24” to 32” • Depending on model • Hickory wood handle • Fiberglass handle • Nuplaglass handle • Fiberglass cured under tension

  4. SpecificationsPick Head • Steal head • 6 lbs • Handle • 24” to 32” • Depending on model • Hickory wood handle • Fiberglass handle • Nuplaglass handle • Fiberglass cured under tension

  5. SpecificationsAxe Scabbard • Used to protect the axe and the user • Made of leather and coated with a light coat of leather softener • Worn high and right on body

  6. Use • Forcible entry / exit • Ventilation • Search & rescue • Breaching

  7. Maintenance • Axe • Check handle for cracks and splinters • Sand handle and coat with boiled linseed oil • File blade sharp with bastard file • Clean and coat head with WD-40 to prevent rusting • Scabbard • Check for cuts, cracks, & tears • Make sure Velcro is clean and the buckle and swivel are in good working condition

  8. 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 before swinging • Ensure the tool is the right tool for the job

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