Insulated Pick Handle by Spear and Jackson is a Polyfibre Shaft with Excellent Insulating And Shock Properties. Intergrated Hand Stop To Help Prevent The Hand Slipping Onto The Metal Head. Each tool is marked with the BS8020:2011 mark a unique reference number for traceability and certified, guaranteeing full conformity to live-working specifications. Tested to 10,000 Volts A.C. Rated working voltages at 1,000 Volts A.C and 1,500 Volts D.C. Testing consists of submerging the product for 24 hours in water then wiping it dry, two electrodes are then attached and a voltage of 10,000 Volts A.C applied continuously for 3 minutes. All of the Spear & Jackson range of insulated tools are manufactured and supplied in accordance with British Standard number BS8020:2011. This exacting standard was introduced to ensure the best possible protection from potential harm when working in close proximity to live conductor cables. This product is considered to comply with the British Standard only if no electric breakdown occurred and the leakage current did not exceed 1mA specified. Spear & Jacksons foundations were laid in 1760, since our beginnings centuries of experience and innovation have resulted in the materials and development expertise that resides within the company today; and “continuous innovation” is at the heart of the company’s ethos. Spear & Jackson is a world-wide brand, distributing products throughout the world. Our products are manufactured to a high quality standard and offer superb service and longevity; guaranteed against defects in manufacturing, subject to normal wear & tear and the provision of reasonable care and maintenance. This does not affect your statutory rights.