Other Safety Products is a specialized subcategory within Safety & Rescue. Here you’ll find practical safety and accessory items that often make all the difference in everyday life on board: from reflective materials to rescue whistles and deck lines/running lines, to small but essential components for improved visibility, safe movement on deck, and clear signaling—for sailors, motorboat operators, anglers, charter crews, and professional use.
Our product range (subject to availability) includes Talamex, Lindemann, PSP, and Mobri (as well as other brands depending on the product category). Brand names are retained in their original form—this is important for compliance with standards, compatibility with accessories, consistency in replacement parts, and clear identification of safety-related items.
In line with the overarching category of Safety & Rescue, the following applies: Safety equipment must be suited to your boat, your cruising area, and your crew—and it must function quickly in an emergency. Especially with “small” safety products, fit, material quality, standard/visibility requirements, and proper installation/use are crucial.
Examples from the product range: Deckline & stretch strap (Deckline), SOLAS reflective strips (e.g., 3M tape), rescue whistle with cord – depending on model and availability.
Items that improve visibility and safety of movement have proven effective: SOLAS reflective strips (e.g., for vests, lifebelts, MOB equipment), rescue whistles for acoustic signals, deck lines for safe movement on deck, as well as smaller accessories that keep rescue equipment ready for use. The appropriate combination depends on the boat type, crew, cruising area, and day/night voyages.
The key factors are dimensions (e.g., strap width/length for deck lines), material (UV-, saltwater-, and abrasion-resistant), and—depending on the product—relevant standards or requirements (e.g., SOLAS/IMO for reflective material). Choose a product that remains practical for everyday use: easy to grip, quick to install, and durable enough for repeated use.
“Compatibility” here primarily means: Does the product fit with your existing safety equipment and the attachment points on board? Examples: Deck lines must match the cockpit/handrails in length and attachment method; reflective strips must adhere reliably to the material of the life jacket/bag; a whistle should be attachable to the life jacket/life belt and operable while wearing gloves. For safety-critical components, it’s better to choose a specific size or model rather than something that’s “somehow suitable.”
Deck lines/running lines: Check attachment points (stable, corrosion-free), provide abrasion protection on edges, and install them in a way that minimizes tripping hazards. Reflective tape: Surface must be clean, grease-free, and dry; press edges firmly into place and allow sufficient time for adhesion. Accessories: Place them so they are immediately accessible in an emergency (do not stow them “under everything”).
Inspect regularly (cracks, abrasion, corrosion, adhesive edges), rinse salt off with fresh water, and store in a dry place. Check deck lines and straps for chafing, test whistles and signaling devices for proper function, and replace reflective strips promptly if they come loose. Safety products are wear-and-tear items—replacing them early is cheaper than improvising in an emergency.
The most common mistake is that accessories are not kept within easy reach or are mounted “somewhere” where they cannot be found in an emergency. Designate fixed locations (e.g., whistle on the vest, reflective strips in a defined spot, deckline neatly routed) and establish a brief onboard routine: a visual inspection before the start of the season and after severe weather or saltwater use.