MAX Insulated No.2 Square Mouth Shovel

Product Name

MAX Insulated No.2 Square Mouth Shovel

Overview

The MAX Insulated No.2 Square Mouth Shovel is a heavy-duty, fully insulated shovel designed to cope with arduous digging tasks in utilities and construction environments. Individually flash tested to 10,000V and compliant with BS8020:2011, each shovel is issued with a unique, fully traceable identification number and certificate of conformity. The solid forged square mouth blade is manufactured from carbon manganese steel and powder coated to resist rust, scratches, humidity, and alkaline soil conditions, making it suitable for demanding excavation and backfilling work near live services.

Key Features & Benefits

• Fully insulated No.2 square mouth shovel for safer digging near live services.
• Individually flash tested to 10,000V with certification unique to each tool.
• Complies with BS8020:2011 and BS3388:2004 standards.
• Solid forged carbon manganese steel blade for strength and durability.
• Integrated treads improve grip, comfort, and foot protection during use.
• Double fibreglass layer handle reduces risk of moisture tracking.
• Powder-coated blade resists corrosion, scratches, and harsh soil conditions.

Installation & Applications

Designed for manual excavation, trench backfilling, and material handling in environments where insulated tools are required. Commonly used in utilities, streetworks, construction, and maintenance projects involving live electrical services. Always follow safe digging practices and site-specific risk assessments.

Who Is This For?

• Utilities teams working near live cables and buried services.
• Groundworkers and contractors handling heavy excavation tasks.
• Streetworks and maintenance crews requiring insulated digging tools.
• Procurement teams specifying BS8020-compliant insulated shovels.

Competitive Advantages

This insulated square mouth shovel combines individual high-voltage flash testing with robust blade construction to support safety-critical digging tasks. Integrated treads and a double-layer fibreglass handle improve user control and comfort, while full compliance with recognised British Standards supports confident specification for regulated environments.

Why CMT?

CMT Group supplies trusted site essentials and specialist safety tools from proven brands such as MAX, supporting compliance-led buying across utilities and construction sectors.

• UK trade supplier for insulated and safety-critical tools.
• Clear technical specifications to support procurement decisions.
• Reliable supply for site, maintenance, and utilities teams.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MAX Insulated No.2 Square Mouth Shovel used for? It is used for heavy-duty digging, excavation, and backfilling where insulated tools are required near live electrical services.

Is this shovel suitable for working near live cables? Yes. It is fully insulated, individually flash tested to 10,000V, and compliant with BS8020:2011. Always follow site safety procedures.

What standards does this shovel comply with? It complies with BS8020:2011 for insulated tools and BS3388:2004 for forks, shovels, and spades.

Does the shovel include a certificate? Yes. Each shovel is supplied with a unique, fully traceable certificate of conformity.

What is the blade made from? The blade is forged from carbon manganese steel for strength and durability.

Specifications Table

Product Name	MAX Insulated No.2 Square Mouth Shovel
Product Code	SHSQI
Standards	BS8020:2011, BS3388:2004
Electrical Test	Individually flash tested to 10,000V
Blade Material	Carbon manganese steel
Blade Size	10 x 12½ in
Handle Length	28 in
Weight	3.1kg