Australian inventors tackle a hazard hiding in plain sight

08 Apr, 2026

The Safe-T-Grip Hose Holder is redefining how mining, firefighting, and industrial operators manage high-pressure hoses, with a patented tool that puts safety back in the worker’s hands.

Every year, workers across Australia’s most demanding industries face a deceptively ordinary hazard: the hose. Heavy, pressurised, and relentless, high-pressure hoses are a daily fixture in mining process plants, on firegrounds, and across industrial worksites. And every day, the effort to control them puts workers at risk of injury, fatigue, and operational failure.

Tony and Tamarra Haynes of Geraldton, Western Australia, saw this problem up close — and decided to solve it. The result is the Safe-T-Grip Hose Holder: a purpose-built, patented tool engineered to give operators secure, stable, and ergonomic control over high-pressure hoses in the toughest conditions on earth.

“The Safe-T-Grip Hose Holder was created to meet a real need: too many workers were struggling with heavy, high-pressure hoses in challenging and hazardous environments. We designed a solution that prioritises safety, boosts efficiency, and delivers lasting durability.” — Tony Haynes, Creator of Safe-T-Grip

A SOLUTION BUILT FROM THE GROUND UP

Unlike generic hose management workarounds, the Safe-T-Grip was engineered from first principles to address the physical demands of real-world hose operations. Its adjustable aluminium shaft accommodates operators of varying heights, while foldable rubber grip handles and an integrated foot pad deliver stability on uneven terrain. For environments where a foot pad cannot be secured, a stainless steel spike provides an alternative anchoring solution.

The device is compatible with 38mm and 50mm hoses — the sizes most commonly deployed across mining, firefighting, and industrial applications — and its entire construction uses high-grade aluminium and stainless steel to ensure it withstands the punishment of demanding operational environments.

WHERE IT MATTERS MOST

Mining. In underground and open-cut mining environments, bull hoses carrying high-pressure water or slurry place enormous physical demands on operators. The Safe-T-Grip keeps the worker in control, reducing the strain on the body and significantly lowering the risk of hose-related incidents that can lead to lost time and serious injury.

Firefighting. Whether in the hands of career or volunteer firefighters, a hose under pressure in a dynamic fire environment is a formidable physical challenge. The Safe-T-Grip provides the stability and control to let firefighters focus on the task at hand, not fight against their equipment.

Industrial Applications. From petrochemical plants to construction sites, high-pressure hose work is a constant across Australian industry. The Safe-T-Grip reduces operator fatigue, minimises operational downtime, and improves the safety profile of routine hose-handling tasks.

GAINING TRACTION ACROSS INDUSTRY

The Safe-T-Grip is currently in the startup phase and already attracting strong interest from across the mining, firefighting, and industrial sectors. The Haynes family is actively seeking distribution partners and industry collaborators as they scale the product for broader commercial supply.

In a resource-rich nation where operational safety is both a legal obligation and a moral imperative, the Safe-T-Grip represents exactly the kind of practical, Australian-made innovation the industry has been waiting for.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AT A GLANCE

Material: Durable aluminium construction with stainless-steel ball swivel
Hose Compatibility: Securely holds 38mm and 50mm hoses
Grip Handles: Foldable rubber grips for enhanced control
Shaft: Adjustable height to suit operators of varying statures
Foot Pad: Provides stability and ground contact during operation
Stainless Steel Spike: For use in sand or terrain unsuitable for the foot pad
Storage: Compact design for easy transport and storage
Patent No.: 2025900887