Draper Expert Round Mouth Shovel Fully Insulated Solid Forged

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The Draper Expert Round Mouth Shovel Fully Insulated Solid Forged is a specialist safety shovel designed for working on or near live electrical cables and wires. This fully insulated contractors' shovel is individually tested to 10,000V, guaranteeing safe operation on 1,000V systems whilst complying with BS 8020 standards for electrical safety tools. Manufactured with a solid forged blade and epoxy fibreglass core, this round mouth shovel features a fully enclosed insulated shaft with an integrated hand slip guard for enhanced operator protection. The reinforced collar provides additional strength at the critical junction between blade and shaft, ensuring durability in demanding electrical installation and maintenance environments. Ideal for utility contractors, electrical installation teams and groundworkers operating near underground cables, this insulated shovel provides essential protection when excavating around power lines. Each tool is supplied with a certificate of conformity that correlates with a unique traceability number embossed on the shaft, providing full documentation for compliance and safety records. Features and Benefits: • Individually tested to 10,000 volts, guaranteeing safe working on 1,000V systems • Manufactured with epoxy fibreglass core and fully enclosed insulated shaft for complete electrical protection • Hand slip guard and reinforced collar enhance operator safety and tool durability • Certificate of conformity with unique traceability number for compliance documentation • BS 8020 compliant for working on or near live electrical cables Specifications: Head Size: 240mm x 305mm Overall Length: 1006mm Contents: 1 x Fully Insulated Shovel (Round Mouth)