Infants face unique survival challenges during a water evacuation. Conventional infant flotation devices may not consistently position a child in the optimal orientation, and prolonged exposure to cold water can increase risk in emergency situations.
This challenge can:
Create confusion during high-stress emergency evacuations when vest orientation matters
Increase heat loss through prolonged exposure of the infant's upper body to cold water
Reduce survivability, as infants lose body heat significantly faster than adults
The switlik solution
The ILV-20 Infant Life Vest was engineered specifically for infant survivability. Its 100% reversible design eliminates concerns about incorrect orientation, allowing parents, caregivers, and crew to secure the vest quickly and confidently during emergency situations. Combined with flotation technology that helps keep an infant's upper body elevated out of the water, the ILV-20 reduces cold-water exposure and provides enhanced thermal protection for infants, who are particularly vulnerable to rapid heat loss.
Key advantages
100% Reversible Design
Functions correctly regardless of how it is donned, reducing potential user error during emergencies.
Keeps the Upper Body Out of the Water
Designed to elevate the infant and minimize water exposure to critical areas of the body.
Enhanced Thermal Protection
Reducing upper-body water exposure helps limit heat loss in cold-water environments.
Simple and Intuitive Use
Makes emergency preparation quicker and easier for caregivers and crew.
