In accordance with SOLAS regulation III/32.3 (effective July
1, 2006) one immersion suit per crewmember is required on
commercial vessels.
By: MUSTANG SURVIVAL
-UNIQUE SURVIVAL SOLUTION -
When exposed to cold water, during a lifethreatening
situation, Survival depends
heavily on the clothing you wear.
Protection from cold, hypothermia as well
as adequate buoyancy and insulation are
primary concerns.
SOLAS CERTIFIED
THE BEST EQUIPMENT FOR THE WORST
CONDITIONS
When lives are at stake, an immersion suit
with the quality and performance of Ocean
Commander is essential.
45% Lighter than conventional neoprene
suits, easy to get into and so flexible that
it’s ideal for abandonment procedures
FEATURES:
Hood and Face Seal
Detachable Mitts
Inflatable head Pillow
Detachable Inner Buoyancy Liner
Water Tight Zipper & Seams
Welded Nylon Outer Shell
High – Pitched Hailing Whistle
Compact Storage case
Buddy line for Tethering
Non –Slip soles
SOLAS Reflective tape
Neoprene Wrist Seals
Carriage of immersion suits - amendments to SOLAS - IMO TEXT MSC 78
The MSC adopted amendments to SOLAS chapter III Regulation 32 - Personal life-saving appliances
to make changes to the number of immersion suits to be carried on all cargo ships.
The amendments
introduce carriage requirements for one immersion suit per person on board all cargo ships, including
bulk carriers. At present, the regulation requires carriage of at least three immersion suits for each
lifeboat on a cargo ship, as well as thermal protective aids for persons not provided with immersion
suits.
With the adoption of the proposed amendments, which are expected to enter into force on 1 July
2006, immersion suits will become, as lifejackets, a personal life-saving appliance for each person on
board thus offering better thermal protection and improved chance of survival and rescue.
The MSC
also adopted consequential amendments to the 1988 SOLAS Protocol relating to the records of
equipment.
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