#liferaft

[bits-of-wit]

[usualgangofidiots]

Don Martin Dept:  

Ditched in the South Pacific (MAD #134, April 1970)

Artist & Writer: Don Martin

[johannesviii]

Wrote a new SCP Tale on -FR. It features the -JP group of interest "Liferaft". It's about alien refugees trying to live in French banlieues around the end of the 80s/start of the 90s. I'll try to translate it soon.

[weirdyearbook]

From Concordia's 1918 yearbook.

[esstrauss]

The Curves Of A Satellite...

Hanging from the crescent moon. My current life raft. Let go & fall into the what feels like shards of glass. Hold strong, experience something unique & rare. The curves of the satellite. Each hole, bump: a new note. Some work well, some not. Stay attached & never grow. Let go & mature…⚡️

[adventures-of-the-blackgang]

Detail of one of the many endless column-like structures by Ai Weiwei depicting migrants and refugees

Working in porcelain, Ai Weiwei On Porcelain can feel like a retrospective of his greatest hits done in a material that has been prized for centuries

on HyperAllergic

[momentsailing]

Safety first! Life rafts have to be inspected every 3 years. EPIRBs and personal locator beacons have to be recertified every 2, and fire extinguishers every year! check, check - we are now ready for a safe Cape Hatteras rounding! . . . . . #saftey #offshoresailing #sailing #liferaft #epirb #fireextinguisher @mustangsurvival #vanebrothers #mustangsurvival #firesafety #lifejacket #revere #preparation #beprepared (at Deltaville, Virginia)

[adecmarine]

Marine Safety Must-Haves: Distress Flares, Lifebuoys & Liferaft Servicing

When you're out at sea, safety isn’t optional—it’s essential. Whether you're sailing for adventure or operating a vessel professionally, having the right equipment can make a life-saving difference. Three key elements every boat should have are Distress Flares, Lifebuoys, and regular Liferaft Servicing.

🔥 Distress Flares: Be Seen When It Matters Most

In emergency situations, visibility is everything. Distress Flares help signal your location to nearby vessels and rescue teams. Whether it's day or night, flares provide a bright, unmistakable alert that can speed up rescue efforts.

🛟 Lifebuoys: Instant Help in the Water

A Lifebuoy is one of the simplest yet most effective life-saving tools. In a man-overboard situation, it can be deployed instantly to provide flotation and keep a person safe until further help arrives.

🛠️ Liferaft Servicing: Stay Ready for Emergencies

Having a liferaft onboard is not enough—it must be fully functional when needed. Regular Liferaft Servicing ensures that your liferaft is properly inspected, tested, and ready for deployment in critical situations.

⚓ Why These Matter Together

Distress Flares help rescuers find you

Lifebuoys provide immediate flotation

Liferaft Servicing ensures long-term survival readiness

Together, they form a complete marine safety system.

🌊 Final Thought

Preparedness can save lives. By investing in Distress Flares, maintaining accessible Lifebuoys, and ensuring regular Liferaft Servicing, you’re taking the right steps toward safer journeys on the water.

Stay safe. Stay prepared. ⚓