Urban Search & Rescue Manikin - Training Dummy for Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) - Heavy-Duty Training Mannequin - RLUSAR
This versatile manikin is purpose-built for Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) training, but its applications extend beyond that! Enhanced with flame retardant Polyester, the same material utilised in Police ballistic/stab vests, this latest construction significantly elevates the strength and abrasion resistance of the manikin. With four times the durability of 16oz canvas or P.V.C, this model of manikin now offers unmatched robustness for a range of heavy-duty training purposes.
USAR Training Manikin - Robust Dummy for Urban Search & Rescue - Heavy-Duty Rescue Training Mannequin
Urban Search & Rescue Manikin, a specialised training dummy designed specifically for Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) operations. This heavy-duty training mannequin is a vital tool for preparing rescue teams to handle challenging scenarios in urban environments. Providing a realistic training experience, The Urban Search & Rescue Manikin provides a lifelike representation of a human body, enabling realistic training simulations and enhancing the effectiveness of USAR exercises. This high-performance material boasts exceptional strength and abrasion resistance, surpassing the capabilities of previous materials like 16oz canvas or P.V.C — creating a significantly stronger manikin that ensures superior durability and reliability during training sessions.
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Key Features & Equipment Benefits:
- Designed specifically for Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) training and heavy-duty handling within drill exercises
- Convenient Handling: The strong webbing loop allows for easy positioning, storage, and hanging for drying purposes.
- Unmatched Durability: Built to withstand demanding conditions, these manikins are tough enough to be buried under concrete or steel lintels without sustaining damage. They can even withstand being driven over by a 4x4 vehicle and dropped from a 2nd-floor window onto a concrete floor.
- Cost Savings: By utilizing protective consumables, such as coveralls and boots, the lifespan of the manikin is greatly extended, resulting in significant cost savings over time.
- Crafted with waterproof Polyester, this model is ideal for wet or foul scenarios, such as Hazmat/ CBRN training, as it can be easily cleaned and dried, unlike traditional canvas models.
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Anatomically correct weight distribution provides a realistic simulation of an unconscious person, enhancing training effectiveness.
- Constructed in the same flame retardant Polyester used in Police ballistic/stab vests, which typically has 4 times the strength and abrasion resistance of 16oz canvas or P.V.C
Incorparated Shoutbox:
- Voice Playback: Can replay a recorded message for up to 60 seconds based on interval settings.
- Personalization: Customize recorded messages with colleagues' names for a realistic training experience.
- Vox Option: Responds to the sound of a voice when Vox mode is enabled.
- Battery Included: Supplied with 2 x AA batteries for immediate use.
Technical Information:
- Material: The Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) Manikin is constructed from waterproof Polyester, conforming to BS EN ISO 6330, OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, and ISO 17050-1. This new material is not only tough and durable but also safe to handle and remarkably easy to clean.
- Padding: The manikin features 25mm F/F Polyurethane foam VE38200 padding, which conforms to BS2852:Part 2:1982. This provides added comfort and support during training sessions.
- Manufacturing Standards: Proudly made in the UK, all our manikins strictly adhere to our ISO9001:2015 standards, ensuring exceptional quality and reliability.
SPECIFICATION
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Purpose-built for Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) training scenarios.
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Constructed with flame retardant Polyester, providing exceptional strength and abrasion resistance.
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Waterproof material for suitability in wet or foul scenarios, facilitating easy cleaning and drying.
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Anatomically correct weight distribution for a realistic simulation of an unconscious person.
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Strong webbing loop for easy positioning, storage, and hanging.
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Remarkable durability to withstand being buried under concrete or steel lintels without damage.
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Capable of withstanding the impact of a 4x4 vehicle and being dropped from a 2nd-floor window without sustaining damage.
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Compatible with protective consumables like coveralls and boots, extending the lifespan and reducing costs.
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Manufactured to the high standards of Ruth Lee, ensuring quality and reliability.
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Shoutbox feature for added realism during live training exercises
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Material: Waterproof Polyester conforming to BS EN ISO 6330, OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, and ISO 17050-1 for durability, safety, and easy cleaning.
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Padding: 25mm F/F Polyurethane foam VE38200 padding conforms to BS2852:Part 2:1982, providing comfort and support during training.
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Manufacturing Standards: Made in the UK, our manikins meet ISO9001:2015 standards for top-quality and reliable performance.
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What are Ruth Lee training manikins used for?
Ruth Lee training manikins are designed for realistic rescue and emergency response training, including fire and rescue, confined space, offshore, maritime, and industrial scenarios. They simulate an unconscious casualty, allowing teams to practice lifting, dragging, recovery, and evacuation in controlled but realistic conditions
Why are Ruth Lee manikins considered realistic?
Ruth Lee manikins are built with anatomically correct weight distribution, which closely replicates the handling of an unconscious person. This provides a more realistic training experience compared to rigid or plastic manikins, improving casualty handling skills and decision-making under pressure.
How durable are Ruth Lee manikins?
Ruth Lee manikins are manufactured using flame-retardant polyester materials similar to those used in police ballistic or stab vests, offering up to four times the strength and abrasion resistance of traditional canvas or PVC. They are designed to withstand extreme conditions, including being dropped from height, driven over, or buried under debris without damage.
Which industries use Ruth Lee manikins?
Ruth Lee manikins are used globally by fire and rescue services, military organisations, offshore operators, maritime crews, police dive teams, and industrial safety teams. They are also specified by organisations such as the UK Ministry of Defence and widely used across emergency services.
Can Ruth Lee manikins be used in water or maritime rescue training?
Yes, specific models such as offshore and water rescue manikins are designed for maritime and man overboard training. These can simulate realistic water behaviour, including increased retrieval weight and natural body positioning in the water, making them suitable for vessel recovery drills and offshore scenarios.
What weights are available for Ruth Lee manikins?
Ruth Lee manikins are available in a wide range of sizes and weights to reflect real-life casualty profiles, from infant through to full-weight adult models. This includes baby manikins at approximately 5 kg, toddler models around 10 kg, youth models at 20 kg, and adult manikins typically ranging from 20 kg up to 90 kg.
What makes Ruth Lee manikins safer to use than plastic manikins?
Ruth Lee manikins feature soft body joints that reduce the risk of pinch injuries and bruising during training. This makes them safer for repeated use in hands-on rescue exercises compared to rigid plastic alternatives.
Do Ruth Lee manikins require maintenance?
Ruth Lee manikins are designed for low maintenance. They should be cleaned appropriately after use, especially in contaminated or wet environments, and allowed to dry fully. Replaceable components such as boots and protective covers help extend the lifespan of the manikin.
How do I choose the right Ruth Lee manikin for my needs?
Choosing the right Ruth Lee manikin depends on your training environment and scenario. For example, water rescue or man overboard training requires a water-compatible manikin such as a 40 kg MOB model, designed to behave realistically in the water and during recovery. For emergency response scenarios such as EMS, police, or fire and rescue training, an all-round manikin like the Duty Range Manikins are typically used, offering durability and realistic casualty handling across a wide range of situations.
How much does a Ruth Lee man overboard (MOB) manikin weigh when wet?
Ruth Lee man overboard (MOB) and water rescue manikins are designed to increase in weight when immersed, creating a more realistic recovery scenario. A typical adult MOB manikin may have a dry weight of around 40kg, but this can increase significantly during recovery due to water ingress.
Do you have NATO stock numbers for the manikins?
Yes, NSN numbers are available for several Ruth Lee manikins. Where applicable, these are listed within the ‘Key Features’ and ‘Datasheets’ sections on the relevant product pages, along with supporting technical information which can be downloaded.
