The Bulldog Insulated Treaded Digging Spade is the perfect tool for any contractor in need of a reliable and heavy-duty spade. Forged from one piece of steel with an epoxy paint coating to provide optimum protection against corrosive substances. The round corner blades reduce penetration damage to underground pipes and cables. The treads on this spade enables more force to be used, and it also acts as boot protection. Fitted with a one piece, heavy-duty fibreglass YD handle. Manufactured to BS8020. Individually tested to 10,000 volts, guaranteed to 1,000 volts, and supplied with a Certificate of Conformity.