Wildland Firefighting Hand Tools
Wildland firefighting tools are engineered for the demanding work of fire line construction, mop-up, and prescribed burn operations. Our selection includes pulaskis, McLeods, fire rakes, swatter tools, and axes trusted by wildland fire crews and prescribed burn teams. These tools are built tough for the physical demands of firefighting in remote terrain, where quality hand tools can mean the difference between safety and danger.
Complement firefighting tools with drip torches, backpack water tanks, controlled burning equipment, and flame-resistant clothing for a complete wildland fire operations kit. Our fire and rescue collection offers additional emergency response equipment for field crews.
Frequently Asked Questions
What hand tools do wildland firefighters use?
Standard wildland firefighting hand tools include the pulaski (combination axe/hoe), McLeod (combination rake/hoe), fire rake, rhino tool, and council tool axes. Each tool serves specific functions in fire line construction and mop-up.
What is a pulaski used for in firefighting?
A pulaski combines a single-bit axe and an adze hoe in one tool. Firefighters use the axe to cut through brush and roots and the hoe to scrape mineral soil for fire line construction alongside prescribed burn operations.
Do firefighters need FR clothing?
Yes. Flame-resistant (FR) clothing is required personal protective equipment for wildland firefighters and prescribed burn crews working with drip torches and open flame during controlled burning operations.
