Helicopter Winch Training Manikin - Helicopter Simulation Training Dummy - Hoist Training Mannequin

Specialised Manikin Design for Accurate Helicopter Winch Lifting

When rescuing someone who has been in the water for a long time, it is important to use a helicopter to lift them safely. To do this, the helicopter must be raised so that the person is not subjected to the pressure of the water. Bristow Helicopters (UK) have worked with Ruth Lee to make changes to the Man Overboard model so that it can be lifted more accurately in a helicopter winch.

Key Features & Equipment Benefits:

• Has lighter legs than the standard Man Overboard model, meaning that the legs float more readily when fitting the harness/strops in water.
  
• The manikin will sit in a stable “W” position whilst winched to the helicopter.
  
• Compatible with standard and Hypothermic Lifting straps.
  
• Buckle clips on the inside knees and ankles allows for the option of keeping legs together.
  
• The tough nylon mesh carcass allows the water to penetrate quickly, allowing the legs to drop beneath the surface, leaving only the head and shoulders visible, if desired.
  
• Dry weight 40Kg (Adult) increases to approximately 65Kg retrieval weight from water.
  Floats horizontally, vertically or at 45 degrees, to simulate a live person or dead body – achieved by redistributing foam pieces within the overalls in a matter of seconds.
  
• Bright orange overalls and SOLAS reflective tape on the head make the manikin highly visible in open water.
• Strong webbing loop at the back allows easy handling, storage and suspension for drying.
  
• The soft feet are designed to allow rapid drainage to prevent too much water in the helicopter.
  Comes complete with overalls and soft feet, which are easily replaced if damaged.

What Industries and Organisations use the Helicopter Winch Dummy?

• Designed in consultation with Bristow Helicopters (UK) — making it the ideal training manikin for anyone carrying out winch rescue training by helicopter!
  
• Coastguards
  
• The Armed Forces
  
• Offshore operators
  
• Shipping
  
• Offshore Firefighters

Technical Information:

• Nylon mesh - conforms to BS3408/20
  
• Reinforced P.V.C  - conforms to BS3408/20 and ISO 7854 1984
  
• High density polypropylene webbing (25mm rated to 207Kg, 50mm rated to 440Kg)
  
• SOLUS reflective tape - compliant with US Department of Transportation specification USCG 46 CFR, section 164.018 and
• International Maritime Organisation (IMO) resolution A.658(16).
  
• Polypropylene plastic (conforms to DIN EN ISO 1873, Teil 1)
  
• Non-absorbent closed cell foam - water absorption : 1 Day  < 0.1 (DIN 53428 1986) 28 Days  < 0.5% VOL
  
• Made in the UK – all manikins conform strictly to our ISO9001:2015 standards.