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A rock bar (also called pry bar) is used for lifting or skidding large, heavy objects. These bars are heavy duty. They have a chisel tip on one end. The other end can be rounded or pointed.

Tool Use:

Place the tip of the chisel under the object to be moved. Wedge a log or rock between the bar and the ground to act as a fulcrum. Press the handle down with your weight over your palms. Never straddle the bar when prying. When the object raises as much as the bite allows, block it and use a larger fulcrum or shorter bite on the same fulcrum to raise the object farther. Never place your hands on the object when a rock bar is in use. A secondary rock bar or other prying tool such as a pick can be used if necessary.

Safety Equipment: Hard hats should always be worn when moving large, heavy objects.