SOLAS requirements for totally enclosed lifeboats
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Immersion Suit, a waterproof, insulated garment designed to protect wearers from hypothermia in cold water emergencies. It provides buoyancy, thermal insulation, and high visibility (via SOLAS reflective strips), ensuring survival during maritime evacuations until rescue. Mandatory for crew on SOLAS-compliant vessels.
In accordance with recommendation on testing of Lifesaving Appliances, IMO Res. MSC.81(70), Part 1, including IMO Res. MSC.200(81), IMO Res. MSC.226(82) and IMO Res. MSC.323(89).
Immersion Suit | Type I | Type II (Pillow Type) | Type III | Type IV |
Main Material | Water-proof Oxford Polyester Lined Foam | Neoprene (CR) | Neoprene (CR) | Neoprene (CR) |
Buoyancy | >142N | >142N | ≥ 100N | ≥ 100N |
Usage | Without a Life Jacket | Without a Life Jacket | Worn With An Approved Life Jacket | Worn With An Approved Life jacket |
Gloves | 3 Fingers Waterproof Neoprene | 3 Fingers Waterproof Neoprene | 3 Fingers Waterproof Neoprene | 5 Fingers Rubber |
Size Available | M/L/XL | S/M/L/XL | S/M/L/XL | S/M/L/XL |
Life Jacket Lights | Include | Include | Exclude | Exclude |
Temperature Range | -30℃~+65℃ | -30℃~+65℃ | -30℃~+65℃ | -30℃~+65℃ |
Thermal Protective Function | Inherent Insulation | Inherent Insulation | Inherent Insulation | Inherent Insulation |
Certificate | MED or CCS | MED or CCS | MED or CCS | MED or CCS |