Ergodyne 19178 Locking Aerial Bucket Hook 40 Lb Cap

Product Description

The ERGODYNE 19178 is a locking aerial bucket hook designed to anchor tool bags, aprons, tool boards, and lanyards to the lip of aerial work buckets. Built from heavy-duty nylon in a compact two-hook-plus-tether configuration, it holds up to 40 pounds static load and carries a 7-pound dynamic drop rating for tool lanyards, meeting ANSI 121-2018 third-party certification requirements. The outer self-locking hook uses a thumb-release gate that automatically engages when weight is applied, preventing unintentional opening during overhead work. The vibrant orange gate color provides a clear visual indicator of locked status, supporting fast safety checks in demanding environments.

This hook is built for linemen, arborists, utility workers, and other trades operating out of aerial lift buckets or elevated platforms where dropped tools create serious hazards. The enclosed tethering point at the base accepts tool lanyards for secondary tether attachment, while an open interior hook handles aprons, tool boards, or other flat gear. The design keeps equipment elevated and off the bucket floor, maximizing usable workspace in compact aerial buckets. It ships as a single unit and is suited for both residential and commercial utility work at height.

Key Features

• Self-locking outer hook gate engages automatically under load and requires thumb release to open, reducing risk of unintentional drop
• Enclosed tethering point at base rated to 7 pounds dynamic drop for secure tool lanyard attachment
• Open interior hook keeps aprons, tool boards, and flat gear off the bucket floor
• Meets ANSI 121-2018 with third-party certification to 40-pound static capacity and a 5:1 safety factor
• Orange gate color provides instant visual confirmation of locked or unlocked status
• Large tabs allow single-handed clip-on and removal at the bucket lip

Compatibility

Designed to clip to the lip of standard aerial work buckets for anchoring tool bags, aprons, boards, and tethered equipment used in overhead trade work.

Installation Notes

Installation requires no tools - clip the outer hook directly over the bucket lip and confirm the gate has engaged before loading. Power down or de-energize nearby equipment per applicable safety protocols before working at height. Inspect the hook gate and tethering point for wear, cracking, or deformation before each use, and remove from service if damage is found. Do not exceed the rated static or dynamic load capacities.