The calmest rescue is the one where the koala comes down on its own. Everything SAFE builds is made to support that.
The halo method is an approved technique under Queensland’s Code of Practice: a padded halo is raised near a koala as a gentle “above” cue, giving it a reason to move down rather than being forced. Our halos are designed for non-contact use — we lean toward the least-invasive approach we can, and keeping tools off the animal tends to be kinder for biosecurity between rescues too. SAFE builds the equipment that makes that easier to do well in the field.
Reach for the lightest-touch approach that can work. The halo is held at a distance — around a 30–60 cm standoff — so the koala has space to read the cue and move without pressure.
Watch for stress. If a koala shows it’s distressed, the Code asks you to pause — at least ten minutes — before trying again. A calm animal comes down more safely than a pressured one.
Biosecurity matters. Gear that’s easy to keep clean, and cleanable or replaceable between animals, helps keep one rescue from carrying over to the next.
Every SAFE tool started as a real problem in the field. If you’ve got a rescue scenario we don’t cover yet, a modification in mind, or a tool that simply doesn’t exist — tell us. We design purpose-built equipment for the way your team actually works.
Carer, rescuer, ranger, keeper, researcher or council — we’ll help you get the right equipment, from a single pole to a fleet order.