Transcript Slide 1

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
• 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
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”
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
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”