What tool is designed for cutting and prying in rescue operations?

What tool is designed for cutting and prying in rescue operations?

• A. Halligan bar
• B. Pry axe
• C. Bolt cutter
• D. RIPSAW

Answer: (B)

In rescue work you need one tool that can both cut through obstructions and pry open or lift barriers, so response speed isn’t slowed by switching gear. The pry axe combines an axe edge for cutting through wood or other materials with a built-in pry feature, giving you a versatile tool for creating or enlarging openings and leveraging objects during entry. This dual capability makes it the best fit for tasks that require both cutting and prying in rapid, confined rescue environments.

For comparison, a halligan bar is superb for prying and leverage but doesn’t include a cutting edge. Bolt cutters cut metal well but aren’t designed to pry. A rip saw specializes in cutting with a saw, not prying leverage.