Lifebuoy 24" - 57 cm Life ring - High Quality Orange Life Ring with SOLAS Approved Tape and Grab Lines - Orange Lifebuoy UK

High quality 24" Orange lifebuoy fitted with SOLAS approved retro reflective tape and white braided grab lines. If a lifebuoy line is required - our 20m Encapsulated Line fits neatly inside the lifebuoy and provides 20m of line when thrown.
 

Key Features & Equipment Benefits:

• Tough, durable polyethylene. Making it corrosion and impact resistant.
• Grab-lines and class 1 retro reflective bands for easy visibility during rescue.
• Designed for use by Local Authorities River and Water Companies in both commercial and leisure activities.
• For use in either fresh or salt water.
• Ideal for deployment near rivers, canals and lakes.
• Complies with RNLI guide.
• PU foam filled for increased durability.
• Buoyancy 80 Newtons. SOLAS Approved.
• Outside diameter: Standard - 57cm. SOLAS Approved - 62cm
• Internal diameter: Standard - 35cm. SOLAS Approved - 41cm
• Depth: Standard - 8cm. SOLAS Approved - 12.5cm
• Weight: Standard - 1.3kg. SOLAS Approved - 2.5Kg

24" Life rings are available in either a light weight 1.3Kg version which is approximately 80mm deep or a more buoyant 2.5Kg version which is approximately 125mm deep and is MED & SOLAS approved.

57cm Lifebuoys are perfect for use around Rivers & Lakes, Canals & Swimming Pools and by Small commercial vessels, fishing vessels, yachts and other vessels not required to carry the larger 30" SOLAS approved lifebuoys. 

National Waterside Safety Guidlines:

Before installing life-saving equipment like lifebuoys and lifebuoy housings, it's crucial to conduct a thorough risk assessment, following the guidelines recommended by the National Water Safety Forum. At I.C. Brindle, we firmly believe that focusing on preventing water accidents is just as important as having the right rescue gear.

Should the decision be made to install lifebuoys and lifebuoy equipment, adherence to the following guidelines set forth by the National Water Safety (https://www.nationalwatersafety.org.uk/) is essential:

1. Strategic Positioning: Lifebuoys should be strategically positioned in easily accessible locations, clearly visible, and preferably in the distinct colours of red or yellow to enhance visibility.
2. Optimal Height: Ensure that lifebuoys are mounted at a maximum height of 1.7 metres above ground level for easy accessibility.
3. Regular Maintenance: Regular inspections of lifebuoys and their housings are essential. Any signs of wear, damage, or tampering should prompt immediate replacement to guarantee their effectiveness in rescue situations.
4. Considered Placement: The placement and spacing of life-saving equipment should be determined based on identified risks, Areas where people congregate or are prone to accidents should be given priority. Generally, spacing lifebuoys at intervals of 100 metres is recommended under standard conditions, ensuring that potential rescuers are not more than 50 metres away from the equipment at any given time.