Ergodyne 19278 Locking Aerial Bucket Hook 40 Lb

Product Description

The ERGODYNE 19278 is the Squids 3178 locking aerial bucket hook, designed to clip onto the lip of an aerial work bucket and provide secure anchoring for tool bags, aprons, tool boards, and tool lanyards. The heavy-duty nylon hook carries a third-party certified static load rating of 40 pounds and a dynamic drop rating of 7 pounds at the enclosed tethering point. Three distinct attachment zones - a self-locking outer hook, a non-locking interior hook, and a bottom enclosed tethering point - allow a technician to organize and secure multiple items simultaneously while keeping gear off the bucket floor. The vibrant orange gate makes it easy to visually confirm whether the hook is locked or unlocked at a glance.

This bucket hook is built for aerial work environments where dropped objects pose a serious hazard. It is suited for linemen, utility workers, and any trade professional working from aerial lift buckets or elevated platforms. The self-locking outer hook automatically engages when weight is applied to prevent unintentional opening. The thumb-release mechanism allows controlled, one-handed gate release that pushes gear upward and toward the opening for easy removal. The enclosed tethering point at the base accommodates tool lanyards for secondary tethering of individual tools while working at height.

Key Features

• Self-locking outer hook automatically locks under load; thumb release required to open
• Enclosed tethering point rated to 7 pounds dynamic with multi-drop safety factor for tool lanyard attachment
• Non-locking interior hook for hanging aprons, tool boards, or other flat gear
• 40-pound static load capacity with a 5:1 safety factor - ANSI 121-2018 third-party certified
• Heavy-duty nylon construction in high-visibility black and orange
• Single-unit package; clips directly to standard bucket lip with no additional hardware

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard aerial work buckets and tool bucket lips common in utility and electrical trade applications. Compatible with tool bags, aprons, tool boards, and tool lanyards meeting the rated load limits.

Installation Notes

This hook is clipped onto the lip of an aerial bucket and does not require tools for attachment or removal. Verify that the combined weight of all attached gear does not exceed the 40-pound static rating before use. Inspect the self-locking gate and tethering point for wear or damage before each use at height. Follow applicable OSHA dropped-object prevention guidelines and your employer's aerial work procedures when deploying this product.