Posted by Nicky Smol on January 29, 2025 in Other news
Effective evacuation procedures are a vital part of maritime safety. They ensure that passengers and crew can leave a vessel quickly and safely during emergencies. While Marine Evacuation Systems (MES) are central to this process, they do not function in isolation. The success of an evacuation depends on a combination of well-maintained equipment, clear guidance, and supporting safety solutions. At T-ISS, we specialize in providing the critical safety products that enhance and complement evacuation procedures, helping vessels meet the highest standards of safety and compliance.
Marine evacuations are complex operations that rely on more than just the deployment of a Marine Evacuation System (MES). The efficiency and safety of an evacuation also depend on:
T-ISS offers a wide range of products designed to improve Evacuation Readiness and provide shipowners with peace of mind. We focus on the safety elements that ensure smooth and efficient evacuations. Here’s how our products can make a difference:
SolasFlex Retro Reflective Tape makes Marine Evacuation Systems (MES) easier to locate in emergencies, significantly improving safety. Applied to slides, life rafts, or their containers, SolasFlex Reflective tape’s high reflectivity ensures visibility in low-visibility situations.
Designed to withstand extreme weather and approved for both indoor and outdoor use (type II), this Reflective Tape is a simple yet essential upgrade to any evacuation system. Whether used on large vessels or offshore platforms, it enhances the functionality of MES by ensuring life-saving equipment is always visible and accessible when it matters most.
A clear and compliant Safety Sign System provides us with important information in case of an emergency. These Safety Signs, made of Photoluminescent or Reflective materials, guide passengers and crew to safety, highlighting assembly stations, and evacuation routes.
One of the key strengths of our Safety Signs is their standardized and universally recognizable design. Designed following ISO 7010 standards, they feature internationally recognized symbols and colors to ensure clarity and consistency. Additionally, all our signs comply with IMO Resolution 1116 (30) requirements as amended by ISO 24409-2, guaranteeing reliability and adherence to global safety regulations.
When visibility is reduced due to power loss or smoke, Low Location Lighting systems become essential for guiding people to safety. Our PVC-free LLL systems by SafeSign Products, provide a reliable, environmentally friendly solution that clearly marks evacuation routes. These systems work in tandem with Marine Evacuation Systems to ensure passengers and crew can find their way to lifeboats quickly and safely.
In addition to MES, embarkation ladders play an important role in providing access to lifeboats and rafts. Embarkation ladders are essential for safe boarding or disembarking from a ship, particularly when transferring between the vessel and another ship, pier, or shore.
These ladders must extend from the deck to the waterline and remain functional even under challenging conditions, such as a 10° trim or a 20° list. They are required at each embarkation station or between two adjacent stations to ensure safe access to survival craft. When paired with a Marine Evacuation System, embarkation ladders provide an additional layer of safety, ensuring efficient and reliable access to life-saving equipment during emergencies.
While compliance with SOLAS regulations is essential, true maritime safety goes beyond meeting requirements. It’s about creating an environment where passengers and crew can trust that every detail has been considered. T-ISS helps shipowners and operators achieve this by providing solutions that enhance visibility, streamline evacuation processes, and reduce risks.
At T-ISS, we are dedicated to supporting Marine Evacuation Safety through innovative and reliable products. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your evacuation signage, improve visibility with reflective tapes, or install a PVC-free Low Location Lighting system, we have the solutions you need to create a safer onboard environment.
Contact us today to learn more about our products and how we can help enhance your vessel’s evacuation readiness.
