Ruth Lee Helicopter Winch Manikin (88 lbs.)

Ruth Lee Helicopter Winch Manikin (88 lbs.)

The Ruth Lee Helicopter Winch Manikin, 88 lbs. is a variant model of Ruth Lee's popular Man Overboard manikin. Designed and manufactured in coordination with the experts at Bristow Helicopters UK, this training manikin is perfect for helicopter-based water rescues where the casualties must be winched directly from the water. It has lighter legs as compared to the standard Man Overboard manikin for easy floating in the water. The manikin will stay in W-position when winched to the helicopter. The tough carcass is made of nylon mesh material that allows water to penetrate easily so that the legs drop beneath the surface.

It allows you to redistribute the foam pieces within the overalls to float horizontally, vertically, or at 45 degrees, thus simulating a live person or dead body. The bright orange overalls with reflective tape ensure optimal visibility in open water. This manikin can be used for training coastguards and lifeguards, Ministry of Defense - army and navy, Fire & Rescue services, offshore operators and shipping industries.

Features:

• 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 while winched to the helicopter.
• Compatible with standard and Hypothermic Lifting straps.
• Buckle clips on the inside knees and ankles allow 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.

Specifications:

• Weight: 88 lbs (40 kg)
• Height: 5' 11" (1.8m)
• 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)
• SOLAS 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.