Mustang Survival MD0450 manual Hypothermia, How hypothermia affects most adults

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HYPOTHERMIA

Prolonged exposure to cold water causes a condition known as hypothermia – a substantial loss of body heat, which leads to exhaustion and unconsciousness. Most drowning victims first suffer from hypothermia. The following chart shows the effects of hypothermia: how hypothermia affects most adults.

How hypothermia affects most adults

 

Water

Exhaustion or

Expected

Temperature ˚C (˚F)

Unconsciousness

Time of Survival

 

 

 

 

0.3

(33)

Under 15 min.

Under 15–45 min.

0.3–4

(33–40)

15–30 min.

30–90 min.

4–10

(40–50)

30–60 min.

1–3 hrs

10–16

(50–60)

1–2 hrs.

1–6 hrs.

16–21

(60–70)

2–7 hrs.

2–40 hrs.

21–27

(70–80)

2–12 hrs.

3 hrs. to Indefinite

Over 27

(over 80)

Indefinite

Indefinite

 

 

 

 

PFDs can increase survival time because they allow you to float without using energy treading water and because of their insulating properties. Naturally, the warmer the water, the less insulation you will require.

When operating in cold waters [below 60°F (15.6°C)] you should consider using a coat or jacket style PFD or a Type V Thermal Protective PFD as they cover more of the body than the vest or belt style PFDs. Some Points to Remember About Hypothermia Protection:

1)Always wear your PFD. Even if you become incapacitated due to hypothermia, the PFD will keep you afloat and greatly improve your chances of rescue.

2)Do not attempt to swim unless it is to reach a nearby craft, fellow survivor, or a floating object on which you can lean or climb. Swimming increases the rate of body heat loss. In cold water, drown- proofing methods that require putting your head in the water are not recommended. Keep your head out of the water. This will greatly

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Contents Inflatable Vest With Lifttm Page Contents Conditions for Type V Approval in commercial applications Approval Conditions and Carriage RequirementsPage What is AN Inflatable PFD? Instructions for USE Component Inspection Instructions Uninspected Commercial Vessel UseWhen used with harness MA1900, the bottom of the belt must Readiness ChecklistIs, replace the inflator see Re-arming Your PFD, p Donning InstructionsMustang Survival Inflation Automatic Backup Inflation Fasten the chest straps and adjust to a snug fitOral Inflation In-water Adjustments Special Considerations for Automatic Devices Open the tabs Usage Below FreezingRe-arming Your PFD Trash Dispose of the used inflator bodyShaft IndicatorInlet ValveBlack Sealing ring FigYour PFD p.13 RepackingRight Lobe Mustang Survival Page Tuck in the zipper tail, so it is not exposed Fig MA1900 Sailing Harness USE with MD0450 only Inserting the MA1900 Sailing Harness Page Mustang Survival Harness Closures Is Your PFD in Good and Serviceable CONDITION? Adjusting the MA1900 Sailing HarnessIi Ensure the manual pull-tab is accessible Care and Maintenance InstructionsCheck the following at the intervals listed below Before Each UseVi Ensure the single point status indicator is green Fig Cleaning and Storing HOW and WHY to Test Your PFDHOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Manual INFLATOR? HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Automatic INFLATOR?Put on the Inflatable Vest with Lifttm HOW do YOU Test Your PFD Using the Oral INFLATOR? Wear Your PFD How hypothermia affects most adults HypothermiaLessen heat loss and increase your survival time Do not Attach PFD’S to Your Boat Additional InformationMustang Survival Page WE Save Lives for a Living
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