IS 12796:1989 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for fire rake. This standard specifies the requirements for materials, dimensions, construction, and performance of a fire rake. It is a hand tool used by firefighters for clearing combustible material and creating fire breaks, particularly in forest and rural firefighting operations.
Specification for fire rake
| Parameter | IS Value | International | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Handle Material | Bamboo (solid or hollow) | Ash wood or Glass-Reinforced Plastic (GRP) | DIN 14820:2008-01 |
| Handle Length | 3.0 meters | Standardized lengths of 2, 3, 4, or 5 meters | DIN 14820:2008-01 |
| Tool Head Design | Rake with 4 tines (100 mm length) | Single large pulling hook with a supporting point | DIN 14820:2008-01 |
| Tool Head Material Specification | Steel conforming to IS 2062 | Tempered Steel (e.g., C45) | DIN 14820:2008-01 |
| Finish of Head | Two coats of fire red paint (Shade No. 536 of IS 5) | Red paint (e.g., RAL 3000) | DIN 14820:2008-01 |
| Primary Application Context | General firefighting (e.g., pulling thatch) | Wildland firefighting (clearing fire lines) | USFS Specification 5100-326D |
| Handle Length (Wildland vs Structural) | 3.0 meters | 48 inches (approx. 1.22 meters) | USFS Specification 5100-326D |