Life Jackets
SVIMS Life Jackets General Characteristics:
The colour of SOLAS life jackets is always orange, and has been standardised, since orange is visible under all weather conditions. Furthermore, all jackets should have retro-reflective tapes, which are visible from an even longer distance.
SOLAS 74 Life Jackets
Commercial grade lifejacket manufactured in accordance with SOLAS 74 requirements. Available in adult and child sizes.
SOLAS Life jackets (L.S.A. Code)
Primarily aimed at the commercial market these cost efficient life jackets have been accredited with CE approval certificates by Bureau Veritas.Available in child and adult sizes, with or without light.
Advanced Infant Life jacket SOLAS-(LSA Code) 2010
For the first time the regulations demand the instigation of Infant Lifejackets on-board community ships. The SVIMS Advanced Infant Lifejacket fully complies with the regulations (IMO Regulations), which are mandatory for all lifejackets used on-board Community ships.They are designed for use most weather conditions. It is also features lifting loop and orange buddy line for easy rescue. Furthermore, it is recommended to combine the lifejacket with the compatable SVIMS Lifejacket Light.
Advanced Life jacket SOLAS-(LSA Code) 2010
These life jackets are manufactured to equip all commercial vessels. They fully comply with the requirements of the regulations (IMO Regulations), which are mandatory for all life jackets used on-board Community ships.They are supplied in adult and child sizes. The adult life jacket is appropriate for passengers with chest size up to 175cm, oversize passengers, while are provided with lifting loop and yellow buddy line for easier rescue.
It is also recommended to combine the life jacket with the compatable LALIZAS Life jacket Light.
Advanced Folding Life jacket SOLAS-(LSA Code) 2010
Specifically manufactured to be easily stored, while fully complient with the requirements of the regulations (IMO Regulations), which are mandatory for all lifejackets used on-board Community ships.It is appropriate for passengers with chest size up to 175cm, oversize passengers, while is provided with lifting loop and yellow buddy line for easier rescue.
This life jacket is ideal for storing underneath the seat, as it can be easily folded. Further it is recommended to combine the jacket with the compatable LALIZAS Lifejacket Light.
SOLAS Inflatable Life Jackets 150N & 275Ν
LALIZAS Inflatable life jackets Lamda 150Ν, Lamda 275N & Delta 150N follow the latest SOLAS specifications for ultimate safety, while on board. They feature twin chambers for double security and each chamber can be inflated via its individual SVIMS automatic operating head (20260, certified per ISO 12402-7), which also supports manual activation.The inflatable chamber, which is made of High Visibility Yellow fabric, is folded into a valise with Velcro closure and its inflation tube incorporates the new SVIMS red pressure relief valves (20611, certified per ISO 12402-7). These extra user-friendly lifejackets, provide the maximum safety thanks to their fast inflation ability, even at very low temperatures and are available in one adult size, which can be easily adjusted to passengers with chest size up to 175cm or more, with the use of the SVIMS waist belt extender (71161).
All the models of the SVIMS SOLAS Inflatable Lifejackets series are designed to comply with the highest standards and are manufactured using top quality materials, in order to withstand the most adverse conditions in case of emergency. They are available in two different types, standard valise and belt–pack and their lightweight design makes them ideal for use on passenger boats, commercial vessels, yachts, fishing vessels and in all ships where storage space is limited.
The new top-of-the-range SVIMS SOLAS Lamda 275N inflatable lifejacket offers the ultimate sense of security against every situation, in any sea across the world, thanks to the great size of its chamber and the 275 Newton buoyancy provided by the double 60gr CO2 cylinders.
Regulations:
SOLAS life jackets come under Directive 96/98/EC of the European Union, which refers to the obligatory marine equipment on EU vessels. In addition to life jackets, this regulation also includes all types of personal life saving appliances that may be required on-board community ships. The life jackets in this category are approved to the SOLAS (Safety Of Life At Sea) regulations and should always bear the relevant certification, in this case the ship's wheel mark. SOLAS life jackets can save a person's life anywhere and irrespective of most weather conditions. Therefore, the tests that these life jackets are subjected to, are far more demanding. Much greater emphasis is given on their effectiveness as lifesaving appliances than on their asthetic appeal.
Use:
The owner is required to equip the vessel with the required number of SOLAS life jackets and ensure their accessability in the event of an emergency. SOLAS life jackets are not as comfortable as 100 Newton life jackets or buoyancy aids. SOLAS life jackets are only worn when required, and are able to keep the wearer afloat, irrespective of their size, and weather conditions.
Instructions of Use:
Most SOLAS life jackets are designed in the form of lifebelt. When required the jacket should be fitted headfirst, the straps should fit well without being too tight or too loose. The jacket should always be worn with the retro-reflective tape uppermost.
Maintenance / Replacement:
It is the shipping company's responsibility to ensure that all life jackets are well maintained . The replacement of SOLAS life jackets must conform to the specifications as required by the surveyors of the National Marine Administration or the Classification Society.