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”