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Man Overboard!!! How do you prepare to stay safe and survive?
18 aprile 2025 · 10 min · 123 visualizzazioni · Manhattan Beach
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Automatic inflatable personal flotation devices (PFDs) require annual inspection of the internal bobbin and CO2 cylinder to ensure reliability.0:57 The bobbin, a water-soluble component that triggers inflation, must remain firm and intact; any signs of disintegration or moisture damage necessitate immediate replacement.5:21 To rearm a PFD, insert the new bobbin with the white side facing up, secure the cap, and lock the new CO2 cylinder into the activation lever by pressing down and turning clockwise.6:32 A green indicator on the mechanism confirms the device is armed.6:49 For offshore safety, PFDs can be rigged with a personal locator beacon (PLB) featuring AIS technology, which transmits a man overboard alert and GPS coordinates directly to nearby vessels via VHF radio.10:06 Additional safety gear integrated into the PFD harness includes a water-activated strobe light and a manual whistle.3:05 Regular maintenance of these components is critical for survival in a man overboard scenario.
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