Draper Insulated Utility Shovel

The Draper Insulated Utility Shovel is a fully certified contractor's shovel designed for safe excavation work on or near live electrical cables and wires. This essential safety tool is individually tested to 10,000V and certified for safe working at voltages up to 1,000V, complying with BS 8020:2011 standards for insulated tools used in the utilities sector. Ideal for electricians, cable installation contractors, and utility maintenance teams working near buried power lines, this insulated shovel provides critical protection during excavation tasks. The shovel features an epoxy fibreglass core construction attached to a fully enclosed insulated shaft, offering complete electrical protection from blade to handle. A hand slip guard provides additional safety during use, preventing contact with potentially live ground or cables. Each shovel comes with a certificate of conformity and features a unique traceability number embossed on the shaft, providing full audit compliance and documentation for health and safety records. This certification system ensures accountability and helps contractors meet HSE requirements when working near electrical infrastructure. Features and Benefits: • Individually tested to 10,000 volts, guaranteeing safe working on 1,000V systems • Epoxy fibreglass core construction with reinforced collar and fully insulated shaft • Supplied with certificate of conformity linked to unique traceability number • Complies with BS 8020:2011 standards for insulated tools • Hand slip guard for enhanced user safety Specifications: Head Size: 200mm x 245mm Overall Length: 960mm Contents: 1 x Fully Insulated Utility Shovel