Forcible Entry

Lieutenant Qualifications Packet

Outward

Swinging Door

Bar Operator Gives Instruction Axe or Sledge

Used to Strike Bar

Angle Increased Away From Door

Inward Swinging Door

Door tied off for Control

Bevel Towards The Jam

Axe or Sledge Used To Strike Bar into Door

Angle Increased Away From Door

Bar May Need To Be Hit Again To Get Good Bite

Pressure Applied TowardsDoor To Open

On the Old Style Halligan NoteThe lack of a curve and that the

Bevel Is not in theproper position

Bevel