What is a “Safety Hook” in the Lifting and Rigging Industry?

In a video series that allows us to answer questions directly from our customers, the question on the table today is probably one of the most common questions we receive: “What is a ‘safety hook’ in the lifting and rigging industry?”

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Matt Burk is an Inside Sales Manager with Mazzella Lifting Technologies out of Cleveland, Ohio. He’s here to answer some of the questions you have about terminology we hear when referring to hooks with latches, and the different types of hooks that we offer.

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Disclaimer: Any advice, graphics, images, and/or information contained herein are presented for general educational and information purposes and to increase overall safety awareness. It is not intended to be legal, medical, or other expert advice or services, and should not be used in place of consultation with appropriate industry professionals. The information herein should not be considered exhaustive and the user should seek the advice of appropriate professionals.