4 FAQs about 120kW Communication Cabinet Used for Emergency Rescue in Canada

Do RESCOM modular kits include a carrying case?

All Rescom Modular kits include a carrying case for headsets and belt mounted interfaces. Kits may be expanded to accommodate up to 10 users per system.

What are emergency radio beacons?

In particular, emergency radio beacons (i.e. emergency position indicating radio beacons (EPIRBs) and personal locator beacons (PLBs)) provide a reliable, commercially available means by which distress notification and incident location can be provided, particularly if time is not available to establish communication by radio or telephone.

What is a maritime emergency radio beacon?

Maritime emergency radio beacons are EPIRBs (emergency position indicating radio beacons) and PLBs (personal locator beacons). An EPIRB is normally mounted on or stored aboard a vessel while a PLB is smaller and worn by an individual, often on a marine abandonment immersion suit or personal floatation device (PFD).

What are the different types of rescue kits?

The kits are expandable up to 10-Man, but 5-Man and 7-Man Kits have been the most popular choice by rescuers. Each kit consists of Headsets, Master Interface (DMI), Slave Interface (DSI), Combined Safety/Communication Rope™ and/or DuraCORE™ Communication Cable, Rope Bags, Equipment Case and a Junction Box (available with 6 or 8 connectors).

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