Fire safety glossary
Fire safety glossary This glossary is there to help you understand some of the words that we use in fire safety. halligan bar its a noun. A Halligan bar (also known as a Halligan tool or Hooligan tool) is a forcible entry tool used by firefighters. Example: I use a halligan bar to open the door. fr: halligan bar Your browser does not support the audio element. irons its a noun The flathead axe mated with the halligan bar. Firefighters often refer to these as the Crossed Irons, or Married Irons, because the Halligan Bar can fit to the Axe head. Example: I use irons to open the front door. fr: ensemble d'outils de forcement Your browser does not support the audio element. jaws of life its a noun Hydraulic spreader used in extrication procedures. Most commonly used, but not limited to, during motor vehicle...