• Two layers of insulating material over the metal sockets - when white material show through, it warns the user that the tool needs replacing • Integrated hand stop to prevent the hand slipping onto the metal ends • Heat treated and hardened ends for maximum strength • Strong yet lightweight fibreglass shaft has excellent insulating properties • Non-slip rubber end caps Conforms to British Standard BS8020:2011 for working on or near live cable and wires - individually tested to 1,000 volts. Each shovel includes an individual Certificate of Conformity and is marked with an unique traceability number