Help

We've put together a few help pages here to provide more information on our products and services, or to answer some commonly asked questions. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you would like to know more.

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Unauthorised use of flares

There are severe penalties for the improper use of flares. The have a very serious purpose. Falsely indicating distress rightly carries a severe penalty, but...
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Transporting dangerous goods

for the purposes of transportation, these are considered explosive dangerous goods. There are significant restrictions on shipping them.
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Disposal of flares

these are considered a hazardous item and must be disposed of properly. Contact your local Department of Transport office for assistance.
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What is an inflatable life raft

A life raft is a critical piece of safety equipment that you’ll find on every commercial vessel, most sailing vessels and even some recreational boats....
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Launching and boarding a life raft

Having a life raft on board is important, but do you know how to use it?
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Importance of maintaining your life raft

Life rafts are a critical piece of safety equipment so in the event that you have to rely on one, you’ll want know that it...
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How to mount your life raft

Securing your life raft is just as important as having one in the first place. It shouldn’t be able to move from its position unless...
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What goes into servicing a life raft

First thing we’ll do is go through what your requirements are to determine what type of equipment pack is suitable and provide a quote (if...
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Should you buy or rent your liferaft?

When you require a life raft for your vessel, you are faced with the option of buying one outright or renting a life raft. Given...
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