HSF RiggerSafe Push Pull Hand Safety Tool: Why the Right Length, Distance, and Control Matter in Rigging Operations
In lifting and rigging operations, injuries rarely happen because a load is too heavy.
They happen because hands are too close to an unpredictable load.
Every experienced rigger understands this truth: load behaviour is the real risk. Swing, rotation, drift, sudden release of tension—these are what lead to pinch points, crush injuries, and struck-by incidents.
That reality is exactly why the HSF RiggerSafe Push Pull Hand Safety Tool exists.
Not as a gimmick.
Not as a compliance checkbox.
But as a simple engineering control designed to keep hands away from suspended loads—every single time.
The Problem With Traditional Tag Lines and Rigging Sticks
Most tag lines and rigging sticks come in very limited sizes.
And somehow, none of them are ever the size you actually need.
Typically, crews are forced to choose between:
- A stick that is too short, pushing hands dangerously close to the load
- Or a stick that is too long, reducing leverage, precision, and control
Neither option is safe. Neither option is efficient.
Let’s say the task demands a 5-foot reach.
But only 4 ft or 6 ft tools are available.
That forces a compromise:
- Closer proximity (higher injury risk), or
- Reduced control (higher instability risk)
At Hand Safety First, that compromise was unacceptable.
Why the HSF RiggerSafe Push Pull Hand Safety Tool Is Different
The HSF RiggerSafe Push Pull Hand Safety Tool was designed by watching real rigging work, not by guessing from behind a desk.
Years of observing offshore and subsea installation projects revealed the same issues repeatedly:
- Tools longer than required
- Tools heavier than necessary
- Awkward handling in tight or dynamic lifting zones
The obvious question was:
Why doesn’t anyone make push pull tools in the exact lengths riggers actually want?
So we did.
More Length Options Than Any Standard Rigging Stick
The HSF RiggerSafe Push Pull Hand Safety Tool is available in nine purpose-driven lengths:
21", 24", 36", 42", 48", 50", 60", 72", and 96"
Each length exists for a reason.
Because distance creates safety, but control creates stability—and you need both.
Why Length Accuracy Matters
- Too short → Hands enter pinch and crush zones
- Too long → Loss of leverage and fine control
- Correct length → Safe distance and precise guidance
This is why RiggerSafe includes 3 ft, 5 ft, and everything in between, instead of forcing dangerous compromises.
Designed for Rigging. Tested Like Rigging Equipment.
Ultra-lightweight does not mean weak.
Every HSF RiggerSafe Push Pull Hand Safety Tool is properly tested using the same machines used for wire rope and lifting component testing, including:
- Push and pull load testing
- Static load testing
- Compression testing
No shortcuts.
No assumptions.
The result is a tool that remains light enough to reduce fatigue, yet strong enough for demanding industrial environments.
Hands-Off Load Control: The Core Safety Principle
The idea behind the HSF RiggerSafe Push Pull Hand Safety Tool is intentionally simple:
Keep hands away from suspended loads.
Distance reduces:
- Pinch point injuries
- Crush injuries
- Struck-by incidents
- Caught-between accidents
Many companies now enforce a clear rule:
No hands on suspended loads without a proper push pull tool.
RiggerSafe supports that rule with a tool that workers actually want to use—because it works.
Engineered Features of the HSF RiggerSafe Push Pull Hand Safety Tool
High-Strength Fibreglass Shaft
- Non-conductive
- Corrosion-resistant
- Suitable for electrical, marine, and offshore environments
Wide Rubberized Push Head (6”)
- Effective contact with pipes, beams, crates, and machinery
- Improves directional control and stability
Ergonomic D-Handle with Hand Guard
- Reduces fatigue
- Improves grip security
- Protects hands during sudden load movement
High-Visibility Safety Colours
- Precision Blue
- Safety Green
- Bright Yellow
Each colour serves a technical visibility purpose, ensuring the tool remains clearly visible in high-risk zones.
HSF RiggerSafe Push Pull Tool Lengths and Their Industrial Applications
Every size serves a specific operational need:
- 21” & 24” – Confined spaces, vessels, maintenance zones
- 36” & 42” – Rig floors, steel yards, offshore cargo handling
- 48” & 50” – Structural construction, pipeline yards
- 60” & 72” – Offshore platforms, ship decks, crane operations
- 96” – Extreme-risk lifts requiring maximum operator clearance
This range ensures hands never enter danger zones, regardless of task complexity.
Affordable by Design — Because Safety Shouldn’t Be Locked Away
Early on, something else became clear.
Companies weren’t buying fewer tools because they didn’t want them.
They were buying fewer because prices were too high.
A basic hand safety tool shouldn’t be treated like a luxury item.
That’s why the HSF RiggerSafe Push Pull Hand Safety Tool is priced realistically—typically USD 100–150 per stick.
This allows companies to:
- Buy 10–20 tools at once
- Place them on shop floors where they’re needed
- Encourage daily use, not restricted access
It’s also why organizations like Hadeed Steel have assigned unique material codes to RiggerSafe for procurement.
Proven in the Field — Trusted Worldwide
Today, several hundred HSF RiggerSafe Push Pull Hand Safety Tools are in active use worldwide across:
- Oil & Gas
- Offshore and Marine
- Wind Energy
- Construction
- Steel and Fabrication Yards
- Utilities and Heavy Industry
The feedback has been consistent:
“Simple tool. Massive safety impact.”
Why Choose the HSF RiggerSafe Push Pull Hand Safety Tool
Because it doesn’t overcomplicate safety.
It focuses on what actually matters:
- Distance
- Control
- Visibility
- Practical usability
It gives crews the confidence to guide loads without touching them, supporting a true hands-free rigging culture.
Final Thought: Safety Doesn’t Need to Be Complicated
The HSF RiggerSafe Push Pull Hand Safety Tool exists for one reason:
No hands on the load.
That’s it.
No unnecessary features.
No inflated pricing.
Just a properly engineered tool that helps prevent injuries before they happen.
For Enquiries
📧 info@handsafetyfirst.com
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