Saf-T-Gard Voltgard RESCUE-8T Telescopic Insulated Rescue Body Hook features an innovative telescopic handle design that extends up to 8 ft for the emergency rescue of injured personnel and collapses to an overall length of 43 in. This compact, retracted size conveniently fits inside a standard (43” x 20” x 2”) shipping carton, which ships for less than $10, delivering tremendous value over other 6 and 8 ft fixed-length rescue hooks that can cost up to $100 to ship.
Designed to comply with OSHA 1910.269(j) for the construction of live-line tools and OSHA 1926.957 for the use of live-line tools, the hook is coated and heat-treated with an 18-in. opening and mounted on an 8-ft telescopic fiberglass handle to rescue workers from confined spaces, in vaults, near electrical cabinets or switch gear. Additional features and benefits include a thicker, sturdier hook than most competitive models (which is less likely to break), a Hi-Viz yellow color at the top of the telescopic handle that provides added visibility and a “No-Twist” triangular design that allows the telescopic handle to remain in a locked position when fully retracted.
Electrical safety is a particular strength of Saf-T-Gard as its Voltgard division operates as an offsite NAIL4PET-accredited test lab for numerous utilities, telecom companies, contractors, municipalities and industrial facilities nationwide. Moreover, as a leading manufacturer and distributor of rubber insulating products, arc flash safety clothing and kits, grounding equipment and testing services, Voltgard is dedicated to serving those where worker safety and protection from electrical current are critically important.
The RESCUE-8T tool is not intended for use as a device to raise conductive equipment such as electrical cords, measuring tapes or antennas to elevated positions. Serious or fatal shock may occur if conductive accessories come into contact with electrical power lines. All sections must be fully extended and all lock buttons must be fully locked before use. Each section of the handle can be individually removed for operation, cleaning and repair by depressing the lock button from its locked position and sliding the sections apart.
