Surely you often met red shields in your life with various tools placed on them. Among them there is a long metal stick with an impressive hook at the end. A similar tool can be found in the avid fishermen hunting for large fish. So what is this thing and what is it for? In this article we will consider what a hook is and where it is used.
Definition
A hook is a long iron pole with a bayonet and a hook hook bent at the end. There is such a device on ships for catching objects of various origin floating on the surface of the water, as well as for mooring to the berth. It applies to fire equipment and fishing gear. We figured out what a hook is. Let's consider in more detail what it happens.
Fire Equipment Element
During a fire, it is very difficult to save things engulfed in fire, therefore, in possible cases, a hook is used that can pick up something and pull it out of the fire or pass a bucket filled with water or sand. It is also necessary for the analysis of burning materials and electrical wires, pulling rafters, partitions and other elements of a burning building.
The fire hook is a two-meter pole made of an iron pipe with a ring on one end and a spear and steel hook on the other. The weight of the hook is 5 kg. There are models of poles that are disassembled into several parts. Due to this, the hook can be placed on the fire shield, saving its space.
Parts of the tool, depending on the design, are interconnected by metal cotter pins or thread. The presence of crimson on the stand is mandatory in various industries, associated with a high risk of fire. We examined what a hook is, how it is used by firefighters during fire fighting.
Crimp Requirements
The surface of the device should not have dents, cracks, burrs, rust and other defects that impair the operation of the fire fighting equipment. The quality of the tool is assessed by the smoothness of the metal, the absence of burns and sagging, and the presence of even seams after welding. The working elements of the device must be perfectly sharpened and processed.
Fishing hook
Next, consider what a hook for a fisherman is and how it is used. A pole with a hook is used instead of a landing net when fishing for large fish or when catching a catch. The hook is more compact, has a length of about 1.5 meters. It is convenient to use on winter fishing, as it easily penetrates the ice hole, while keeping your hands dry.
Hooks for hunting fish can be either whole or detachable. Poles from several parts are connected by thread. This model takes extra time to build. The telescopic hook quickly assumes its working position and also folds easily. The design of the tool allows you to set the desired length for fishing by fixing certain sections. When using a telescopic hook, it is possible to change nozzles. Fishermen also often use a folding hook, which consists of two elements connected by hinges. A special cable passes through the entire structure, which has a hollow structure, which is brought into working condition with the movement of one hand.
Do not forget that the catching element of the fishing hook is very sharp, the wound inflicted by it can be dangerous to health. Remember to observe safety precautions. When transporting the tool, put a cap on the sting. It can be attached to the purchase or it can be made by yourself, taking a wine cork. The handle of the instrument should lie in your hand so that you have clear control in any direction.