Thermal Protective Aids (TPA) - MED/SOLAS Approved - UKCA Approved
Designed to aid survival in lifeboats and liferafts, and in other situations where life is threatened by loss of body heat. MED approved, SOLAS & IMO requirements met. UKCA Approved
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THERMAL PROTECTIVE AIDS (TPAs)
Designed to aid survival in lifeboats and liferafts, and in other situations where life is threatened by loss of body heat. The garment is certified under the Marine Equipment Directive ("M.E.D.") 2014/90/EU (Modules B and D) and meets the relevant SOLAS and IMO requirements. Available as Type AV-3 (No Arms) or Type AV-3a (With Arms). Vacuum-packed as individual units.
Manufactured by I.C. Brindle & Co Ltd within Europe
SOLAS/MED, & UKCA Approved !
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SPECIFICATION
Packed size: approx 28 x 20 x 2 cm max
Unit Weight: AV-3 - No Arms - 0.3 kg AV-3a - With Arms - 0.4 kg
Key Features / Benefits:
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Manufactured within Europe
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Waterproof fabric (but not designed as an in-water garment)
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Interior: reduces thermal conductivity
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Exterior: highly visible colour
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Long zip front (operable from both inside and outside)
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Tested to -30oC
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Vacuum-packed for protection and small stowage
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MED approved (Modules B and D)
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Meets SOLAS & IMO requirements
- UKCA Approved
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