Frequently asked questions
Our mission is to create the best rescue equipment for civilian rescue operations. When seconds can mean the difference between life and death, only the best will do.
Featured questions and answers
Any questions about LifeBoard Products? Get your answers here and learn more about our dedicated service plan and terms of sale.
The public respects LifeBoard as rescue equipment! Theft and vandalism is a frequent concern for municipalities, and we have not experienced any vandalism or theft for several seasons. We belive that the GPS has a significant deterrent value, because we at LifeBoard quickly can track potentially lost rescue equipment and help the municipalities get it back.
In Denmark, on average, a fatal drowning accident occurs every 5 days. This is undoubtedly an unbearable loss for relatives, which is where our attention is focused first and foremost. No one should lose a loved one in a drowning accident.
In addition, from a societal perspective, there is also a massive economic loss associated with a drowning accident. The Council for Greater Bathing and Water Safety estimates that it costs society approximately DKK 30 million for every death caused by a drowning accident.
Where there is water, there is a risk of drowning accidents, and even seemingly harmless water can lead to accidents due to a lack of attention. With LifeBoard, a concrete and visible effort is made for safety, available around the clock. At LifeBoard, our goal is to create the world’s safest beaches.
LifeBoard is designed with special care to provide life-critical buoyancy for both the rescuer and the distressed individual. Therefore, we have designed LifeBoard with:
1. a safety strap to ensure that the equipment is not lost during a rescue operation
2. Nine handles that provide stabilization for multiple distressed individuals.
3.A foam-filled core that ensures buoyancy even if the plastic shell is damaged
Leading research in the field states that 97% of all fatal drownings occur during rescue attempts without the use of floatation devices. This recognizes floatation devices as a critical element in increasing the safety of both rescuer and person in distress.
Therefore, it is of utmost importance that civilian rescuers take a floatation device with them. Where other floatation devices may provide buoyancy for 1-2 people, we have designed LifeBoard with buoyancy for up to six people. That's why we believe LifeBoard is the best choice as rescue equipment for civilians.
PRO LifeBoard
PRO LifeBoard is developed in collaboration with Roskilde Fire Department. The basic principles are the same as behind the regular LifeBoard, but the rescue equipment is adjusted for the professional lifeguard.
Yes, PRO LifeBoard is used by professional rescuers in Denmark, Finland and Germany and has already been used in several life-saving operations.
PRO LifeBoard was developed in collaboration with Roskilde Fire Department. It is our basic design that has been enhanced with the experience of professional lifeguards so that PRO LifeBoard can support professional crews in saving lives.
LifeBoard
In this category you will find answers to frequently asked questions about LifeBoard. About usage, safety and much more.
In Denmark, on average, a fatal drowning accident occurs every 5 days. This is undoubtedly an unbearable loss for relatives, which is where our attention is focused first and foremost. No one should lose a loved one in a drowning accident.
In addition, from a societal perspective, there is also a massive economic loss associated with a drowning accident. The Council for Greater Bathing and Water Safety estimates that it costs society approximately DKK 30 million for every death caused by a drowning accident.
Where there is water, there is a risk of drowning accidents, and even seemingly harmless water can lead to accidents due to a lack of attention. With LifeBoard, a concrete and visible effort is made for safety, available around the clock. At LifeBoard, our goal is to create the world’s safest beaches.
Lifesaving is not for everyone. At LifeBoard, we therefore spend a lot of our time and resources on preventive efforts. If people learn how to behave in open water, fewer will end up in tragic drowning situations.
That said, it's a fact that people go into the water to save each other. We strongly encourage assessing the situation before entering the water, but also understand that a father doesn't wait on land while his daughter is drowning. That's why LifeBoard is designed for anyone who finds it necessary to perform a civilian rescue.
Always alert 1-1-2 before attempting a rescue and avoid going into water conditions you are not comfortable swimming in. If you go out, always bring rescue equipment with you.
Bringing a rescue device such as a LifeBoard increases the buoyancy of both the rescuer and the casualty and therefore the chance of survival. The victim will often be in a state of panic or shock and will therefore tend to grab the rescuer. In unfortunate cases, if the rescuer does not have a buoyancy aid with them, this can result in an unintentional drowning of the rescuer. This is why it is vital that the rescuer carries a buoyancy aid for civilian lifesaving.
LifeBoard is designed with special care to provide life-critical buoyancy for both the rescuer and the distressed individual. Therefore, we have designed LifeBoard with:
1. a safety strap to ensure that the equipment is not lost during a rescue operation
2. Nine handles that provide stabilization for multiple distressed individuals.
3.A foam-filled core that ensures buoyancy even if the plastic shell is damaged
Leading research in the field states that 97% of all fatal drownings occur during rescue attempts without the use of floatation devices. This recognizes floatation devices as a critical element in increasing the safety of both rescuer and person in distress.
Therefore, it is of utmost importance that civilian rescuers take a floatation device with them. Where other floatation devices may provide buoyancy for 1-2 people, we have designed LifeBoard with buoyancy for up to six people. That's why we believe LifeBoard is the best choice as rescue equipment for civilians.
LifeBoard is developed based on the vision that our rescue equipment should be usable by everyone. LifeBoard is therefore designed for and tested by more than 200 civilian users with different water skills, gender, age and background. We have collected data from our tests and continuously optimized and adjusted the equipment so that as many people as possible have good conditions for using the equipment. This does not mean that everyone can and should perform a civilian rescue. It means that if you feel able to stop the accident, we've done everything we can to give you the best conditions to do just that.
It is never simple to perform a rescue, but we believe that LifeBoard is the most straightforward and secure option for rescue equipment for civilians.
Our rescue equipment is designed wide to make it more stable to lie on. The non-slip rubber base indicates where to lie.
Good swimmers and surfers quickly find their balance in the middle of the board, place the nose of the board in the water's surface, and paddle with their arms and legs. Less experienced swimmers take a little time to find their balance in calm water. If balance is a challenge, one can hold onto a handle and use the legs to balance and provide propulsion.
In waves, all rescue equipment is difficult to use. That's why we also encourage people to take water and wind conditions seriously. If you choose to attempt a rescue in waves, you can pull the board behind you until you are through the surf.
What is common for both experienced and inexperienced rescuers is that swimming speed increases and exhaustion decreases compared to swimming with a life buoy. This is shown in a 2023 study conducted by a group of students at Aalborg University. The report can be found under the tab Information -> Brochures.
LifeBoard provides critical buoyancy regardless of water conditions. However, the equipment is particularly effective and quick in shallow water or smaller waves, which allow the rescuer to lie on the board and paddle. In larger waves, we recommend carefully assessing your skills before entering the water and pulling the board behind you until you are past the surf and can lie comfortably and steadily on the board.
An experienced surfer or swimmer will have better conditions and success navigating, paddling or diving through the waves. An inexperienced swimmer - regardless of equipment - will be challenged to reach a distressed person in big waves. However, a LifeBoard offers the possibility for an exhausted rescuer to lie down on the board and take a rest during the rescue attempt. This reduces the risk of escalating the accident, as an unsuccessful rescue attempt in waves will often only result in a tired rescuer being washed ashore by the waves.
There is no indication of that.
We asked beachgoers on beaches without rescue equipment, on beaches with life buoys, and on beaches with LifeBoards what they would do if they witnessed a drowning 100 meters from shore. Overall, 80% of those surveyed said they would alert other beachgoers or call emergency services (112) first. About 60% of the beachgoers said they would attempt a rescue in the water, regardless of whether a life buoy, LifeBoard, or no equipment was available on the beach. Our research suggests that rescue equipment does not make beachgoers feel inappropriately pressured to attempt a rescue.
Our mission is that the most optimal rescue equipment should always be available. This means that LifeBoards should be available at beaches where you can walk directly into the water or at harbors and other areas where there is activity on the water and where other rescue equipment cannot reach the victim. At harbors or from boats, we do not recommend using LifeBoards as these are most often fall or 'man overboard' accidents. Here, it makes the most sense to throw a lifebuoy to the victim, as the victim will often be within throwing distance of the rescuer.
LifeBoard is designed for areas with swimmers or recreational water activities, such as beaches and lakes. In these areas, falls into the water are less frequent, and the reach of a life ring, with a throw range of about 5-10 meters, is often insufficient, as many water activities take place farther from shore.
If we look at our survey, it showed that there is a big difference between whether respondents would use the rescue equipment in question or another means of floatation device. Of the respondents, who would enter the water to make a rescue no matter what, 4/10 would bring a floatation device during a rescue on beaches with a lifebuoy versus 8/10 on beaches with a LifeBoard. This means that beaches with LifeBoards are more likely to have civilian rescuers entering the water with a floatation device and therefore less likely to have high-risk rescues.
If you are unsure about your choice, feel free to contact us for a free consultation.
The risk of staying in water will always be present, but with buoyant rescue equipment, this risk is significantly reduced. As a rescuer, the fundamental rule is always to remember to bring a flotation device, and here, LifeBoard is one of the best options, as the buoyancy of LifeBoards is significantly higher than other rescue equipment on the market
Basic rule: Alert 1-1-2 first, only enter the water if you are comfortable with the water conditions, and always carry buoyancy aid.
Service agreement
In this category you will find answers to what the LifeBoard service agreement includes.
LifeBoard's service agreement includes
1. LifeBoard tracker and monitoring
2. Replacement of loose parts
3. Advice and Guidance
4. Annual status meeting
As part of the service agreement, we monitor your LifeBoards and notify you if there is any activity at the LifeBoard. In the event that you notice the LifeBoard is not in its place, we can also investigate where it may have gone and help you get it back.
The LifeBoard Tracker is a maintenance-free system that does not require charging. If the tracker eventually needs to be replaced, this is included in the service agreement.
The public respects LifeBoard as rescue equipment! Theft and vandalism is a frequent concern for municipalities, and we have not experienced any vandalism or theft for several seasons. We belive that the GPS has a significant deterrent value, because we at LifeBoard quickly can track potentially lost rescue equipment and help the municipalities get it back.
Ice kit
In this category, you will find specific descriptions of how to use the ice rescue kit for civilian rescue year-round.
You can purchase the ice kit so that the LifeBoard can be used all year round. The ice kit is especially useful for winter ice rescues.
How to use LifeBoard with ice kit on ice
Remember that rescue attempts on ice involve a risk that the rescuer may go through the ice and therefore ice rescue should be left to professionals if possible. Attempt rescue from land first to avoid traveling on unsafe ice.
- Always alert the authorities in case of an accident on ice
- Give the ice kit with the 100 m safety line to a helper on land
- Put on the safety strap and push the LifeBoard in front of you to distribute the weight
- Stop at least 10 m from the victim and push the LifeBoard over the ice to the victim
- Once the casualty is on the LifeBoard, the rescuer and helper can pull the person up with the safety line. Keep a distance between rescuer and casualty until there is safe ground
You can purchase the ice kit so that the LifeBoard can be used all year round. The ice kit is especially useful for winter ice rescues.
How to use LifeBoard with ice kit from shore:
- Always alert the authorities in case of an accident on ice
- Take down the LifeBoard and remove the ice kit
- Put on the safety strap and attach the safety line to the bank
- Stay on the shore, place the LifeBoard flat on the ice and push it out to the victim
- If you miss, you can try to reel the line in to the distressed person or attempt again.
- Once the distressed individual has grabbed onto the LifeBoard, the rescuer can safely pull them to shore using the safety line.
Sale and delivery
In this category you will find information about price and delivery time for LifeBoard products.
The rescue equipment can be delivered worldwide, subject to payment of shipping costs.
The standard delivery time is 2-4 weeks. If you need LifeBoard sooner, please feel free to contact us. We would be happy to assess your specific situation and see if we can get the equipment to you even faster.
Our rescue equipment and associated service package is constantly evolving. Our ambition is to make a product at prices that are competitive with current coastal lifesaving stations. You can always get current prices by contacting us here.
WaterSmart
In this category you will find answers on how LifeBoard can assist with educational activities on your beach.
At LifeBoard, we have developed rescue equipment for civilians to prevent drowning accidents right now. However, we are equally invested in preventive efforts. Therefore, we collaborate with schools, associations, and universities to create more and better knowledge in this field.
During the summer, we organize activities on beaches where we teach children and young people about water safety through play and fun exercises. Our vision with WaterSmart is for children and young people to learn how to handle open water through play. This way, we may be able to prevent an accident before it happens.
General information about LifeBoard
Get to know all about LifeBoard products and how to use them
You can purchase the ice kit so that the LifeBoard can be used all year round. The ice kit is especially useful for winter ice rescues.
How to use LifeBoard with ice kit on ice
Remember that rescue attempts on ice involve a risk that the rescuer may go through the ice and therefore ice rescue should be left to professionals if possible. Attempt rescue from land first to avoid traveling on unsafe ice.
- Always alert the authorities in case of an accident on ice
- Give the ice kit with the 100 m safety line to a helper on land
- Put on the safety strap and push the LifeBoard in front of you to distribute the weight
- Stop at least 10 m from the victim and push the LifeBoard over the ice to the victim
- Once the casualty is on the LifeBoard, the rescuer and helper can pull the person up with the safety line. Keep a distance between rescuer and casualty until there is safe ground
Yes, PRO LifeBoard is used by professional rescuers in Denmark, Finland and Germany and has already been used in several life-saving operations.
LifeBoard's service agreement includes
1. LifeBoard tracker and monitoring
2. Replacement of loose parts
3. Advice and Guidance
4. Annual status meeting
At LifeBoard, we have developed rescue equipment for civilians to prevent drowning accidents right now. However, we are equally invested in preventive efforts. Therefore, we collaborate with schools, associations, and universities to create more and better knowledge in this field.
During the summer, we organize activities on beaches where we teach children and young people about water safety through play and fun exercises. Our vision with WaterSmart is for children and young people to learn how to handle open water through play. This way, we may be able to prevent an accident before it happens.
The rescue equipment can be delivered worldwide, subject to payment of shipping costs.
As part of the service agreement, we monitor your LifeBoards and notify you if there is any activity at the LifeBoard. In the event that you notice the LifeBoard is not in its place, we can also investigate where it may have gone and help you get it back.
The LifeBoard Tracker is a maintenance-free system that does not require charging. If the tracker eventually needs to be replaced, this is included in the service agreement.
PRO LifeBoard was developed in collaboration with Roskilde Fire Department. It is our basic design that has been enhanced with the experience of professional lifeguards so that PRO LifeBoard can support professional crews in saving lives.
You can purchase the ice kit so that the LifeBoard can be used all year round. The ice kit is especially useful for winter ice rescues.
How to use LifeBoard with ice kit from shore:
- Always alert the authorities in case of an accident on ice
- Take down the LifeBoard and remove the ice kit
- Put on the safety strap and attach the safety line to the bank
- Stay on the shore, place the LifeBoard flat on the ice and push it out to the victim
- If you miss, you can try to reel the line in to the distressed person or attempt again.
- Once the distressed individual has grabbed onto the LifeBoard, the rescuer can safely pull them to shore using the safety line.
The standard delivery time is 2-4 weeks. If you need LifeBoard sooner, please feel free to contact us. We would be happy to assess your specific situation and see if we can get the equipment to you even faster.
In Denmark, on average, a fatal drowning accident occurs every 5 days. This is undoubtedly an unbearable loss for relatives, which is where our attention is focused first and foremost. No one should lose a loved one in a drowning accident.
In addition, from a societal perspective, there is also a massive economic loss associated with a drowning accident. The Council for Greater Bathing and Water Safety estimates that it costs society approximately DKK 30 million for every death caused by a drowning accident.
Where there is water, there is a risk of drowning accidents, and even seemingly harmless water can lead to accidents due to a lack of attention. With LifeBoard, a concrete and visible effort is made for safety, available around the clock. At LifeBoard, our goal is to create the world’s safest beaches.
Lifesaving is not for everyone. At LifeBoard, we therefore spend a lot of our time and resources on preventive efforts. If people learn how to behave in open water, fewer will end up in tragic drowning situations.
That said, it's a fact that people go into the water to save each other. We strongly encourage assessing the situation before entering the water, but also understand that a father doesn't wait on land while his daughter is drowning. That's why LifeBoard is designed for anyone who finds it necessary to perform a civilian rescue.
Always alert 1-1-2 before attempting a rescue and avoid going into water conditions you are not comfortable swimming in. If you go out, always bring rescue equipment with you.
Bringing a rescue device such as a LifeBoard increases the buoyancy of both the rescuer and the casualty and therefore the chance of survival. The victim will often be in a state of panic or shock and will therefore tend to grab the rescuer. In unfortunate cases, if the rescuer does not have a buoyancy aid with them, this can result in an unintentional drowning of the rescuer. This is why it is vital that the rescuer carries a buoyancy aid for civilian lifesaving.
LifeBoard is designed with special care to provide life-critical buoyancy for both the rescuer and the distressed individual. Therefore, we have designed LifeBoard with:
1. a safety strap to ensure that the equipment is not lost during a rescue operation
2. Nine handles that provide stabilization for multiple distressed individuals.
3.A foam-filled core that ensures buoyancy even if the plastic shell is damaged
Leading research in the field states that 97% of all fatal drownings occur during rescue attempts without the use of floatation devices. This recognizes floatation devices as a critical element in increasing the safety of both rescuer and person in distress.
Therefore, it is of utmost importance that civilian rescuers take a floatation device with them. Where other floatation devices may provide buoyancy for 1-2 people, we have designed LifeBoard with buoyancy for up to six people. That's why we believe LifeBoard is the best choice as rescue equipment for civilians.
LifeBoard is developed based on the vision that our rescue equipment should be usable by everyone. LifeBoard is therefore designed for and tested by more than 200 civilian users with different water skills, gender, age and background. We have collected data from our tests and continuously optimized and adjusted the equipment so that as many people as possible have good conditions for using the equipment. This does not mean that everyone can and should perform a civilian rescue. It means that if you feel able to stop the accident, we've done everything we can to give you the best conditions to do just that.
It is never simple to perform a rescue, but we believe that LifeBoard is the most straightforward and secure option for rescue equipment for civilians.
Our rescue equipment is designed wide to make it more stable to lie on. The non-slip rubber base indicates where to lie.
Good swimmers and surfers quickly find their balance in the middle of the board, place the nose of the board in the water's surface, and paddle with their arms and legs. Less experienced swimmers take a little time to find their balance in calm water. If balance is a challenge, one can hold onto a handle and use the legs to balance and provide propulsion.
In waves, all rescue equipment is difficult to use. That's why we also encourage people to take water and wind conditions seriously. If you choose to attempt a rescue in waves, you can pull the board behind you until you are through the surf.
What is common for both experienced and inexperienced rescuers is that swimming speed increases and exhaustion decreases compared to swimming with a life buoy. This is shown in a 2023 study conducted by a group of students at Aalborg University. The report can be found under the tab Information -> Brochures.
LifeBoard provides critical buoyancy regardless of water conditions. However, the equipment is particularly effective and quick in shallow water or smaller waves, which allow the rescuer to lie on the board and paddle. In larger waves, we recommend carefully assessing your skills before entering the water and pulling the board behind you until you are past the surf and can lie comfortably and steadily on the board.
An experienced surfer or swimmer will have better conditions and success navigating, paddling or diving through the waves. An inexperienced swimmer - regardless of equipment - will be challenged to reach a distressed person in big waves. However, a LifeBoard offers the possibility for an exhausted rescuer to lie down on the board and take a rest during the rescue attempt. This reduces the risk of escalating the accident, as an unsuccessful rescue attempt in waves will often only result in a tired rescuer being washed ashore by the waves.
There is no indication of that.
We asked beachgoers on beaches without rescue equipment, on beaches with life buoys, and on beaches with LifeBoards what they would do if they witnessed a drowning 100 meters from shore. Overall, 80% of those surveyed said they would alert other beachgoers or call emergency services (112) first. About 60% of the beachgoers said they would attempt a rescue in the water, regardless of whether a life buoy, LifeBoard, or no equipment was available on the beach. Our research suggests that rescue equipment does not make beachgoers feel inappropriately pressured to attempt a rescue.
The public respects LifeBoard as rescue equipment! Theft and vandalism is a frequent concern for municipalities, and we have not experienced any vandalism or theft for several seasons. We belive that the GPS has a significant deterrent value, because we at LifeBoard quickly can track potentially lost rescue equipment and help the municipalities get it back.
Our mission is that the most optimal rescue equipment should always be available. This means that LifeBoards should be available at beaches where you can walk directly into the water or at harbors and other areas where there is activity on the water and where other rescue equipment cannot reach the victim. At harbors or from boats, we do not recommend using LifeBoards as these are most often fall or 'man overboard' accidents. Here, it makes the most sense to throw a lifebuoy to the victim, as the victim will often be within throwing distance of the rescuer.
LifeBoard is designed for areas with swimmers or recreational water activities, such as beaches and lakes. In these areas, falls into the water are less frequent, and the reach of a life ring, with a throw range of about 5-10 meters, is often insufficient, as many water activities take place farther from shore.
If we look at our survey, it showed that there is a big difference between whether respondents would use the rescue equipment in question or another means of floatation device. Of the respondents, who would enter the water to make a rescue no matter what, 4/10 would bring a floatation device during a rescue on beaches with a lifebuoy versus 8/10 on beaches with a LifeBoard. This means that beaches with LifeBoards are more likely to have civilian rescuers entering the water with a floatation device and therefore less likely to have high-risk rescues.
If you are unsure about your choice, feel free to contact us for a free consultation.
Our rescue equipment and associated service package is constantly evolving. Our ambition is to make a product at prices that are competitive with current coastal lifesaving stations. You can always get current prices by contacting us here.
The risk of staying in water will always be present, but with buoyant rescue equipment, this risk is significantly reduced. As a rescuer, the fundamental rule is always to remember to bring a flotation device, and here, LifeBoard is one of the best options, as the buoyancy of LifeBoards is significantly higher than other rescue equipment on the market
Basic rule: Alert 1-1-2 first, only enter the water if you are comfortable with the water conditions, and always carry buoyancy aid.
Price
Get answers to questions about the costs associated with purchasing LifeBoards
You can purchase the ice kit so that the LifeBoard can be used all year round. The ice kit is especially useful for winter ice rescues.
How to use LifeBoard with ice kit on ice
Remember that rescue attempts on ice involve a risk that the rescuer may go through the ice and therefore ice rescue should be left to professionals if possible. Attempt rescue from land first to avoid traveling on unsafe ice.
- Always alert the authorities in case of an accident on ice
- Give the ice kit with the 100 m safety line to a helper on land
- Put on the safety strap and push the LifeBoard in front of you to distribute the weight
- Stop at least 10 m from the victim and push the LifeBoard over the ice to the victim
- Once the casualty is on the LifeBoard, the rescuer and helper can pull the person up with the safety line. Keep a distance between rescuer and casualty until there is safe ground
Yes, PRO LifeBoard is used by professional rescuers in Denmark, Finland and Germany and has already been used in several life-saving operations.
LifeBoard's service agreement includes
1. LifeBoard tracker and monitoring
2. Replacement of loose parts
3. Advice and Guidance
4. Annual status meeting
At LifeBoard, we have developed rescue equipment for civilians to prevent drowning accidents right now. However, we are equally invested in preventive efforts. Therefore, we collaborate with schools, associations, and universities to create more and better knowledge in this field.
During the summer, we organize activities on beaches where we teach children and young people about water safety through play and fun exercises. Our vision with WaterSmart is for children and young people to learn how to handle open water through play. This way, we may be able to prevent an accident before it happens.
The rescue equipment can be delivered worldwide, subject to payment of shipping costs.
As part of the service agreement, we monitor your LifeBoards and notify you if there is any activity at the LifeBoard. In the event that you notice the LifeBoard is not in its place, we can also investigate where it may have gone and help you get it back.
The LifeBoard Tracker is a maintenance-free system that does not require charging. If the tracker eventually needs to be replaced, this is included in the service agreement.
PRO LifeBoard was developed in collaboration with Roskilde Fire Department. It is our basic design that has been enhanced with the experience of professional lifeguards so that PRO LifeBoard can support professional crews in saving lives.
You can purchase the ice kit so that the LifeBoard can be used all year round. The ice kit is especially useful for winter ice rescues.
How to use LifeBoard with ice kit from shore:
- Always alert the authorities in case of an accident on ice
- Take down the LifeBoard and remove the ice kit
- Put on the safety strap and attach the safety line to the bank
- Stay on the shore, place the LifeBoard flat on the ice and push it out to the victim
- If you miss, you can try to reel the line in to the distressed person or attempt again.
- Once the distressed individual has grabbed onto the LifeBoard, the rescuer can safely pull them to shore using the safety line.
The standard delivery time is 2-4 weeks. If you need LifeBoard sooner, please feel free to contact us. We would be happy to assess your specific situation and see if we can get the equipment to you even faster.
In Denmark, on average, a fatal drowning accident occurs every 5 days. This is undoubtedly an unbearable loss for relatives, which is where our attention is focused first and foremost. No one should lose a loved one in a drowning accident.
In addition, from a societal perspective, there is also a massive economic loss associated with a drowning accident. The Council for Greater Bathing and Water Safety estimates that it costs society approximately DKK 30 million for every death caused by a drowning accident.
Where there is water, there is a risk of drowning accidents, and even seemingly harmless water can lead to accidents due to a lack of attention. With LifeBoard, a concrete and visible effort is made for safety, available around the clock. At LifeBoard, our goal is to create the world’s safest beaches.
Lifesaving is not for everyone. At LifeBoard, we therefore spend a lot of our time and resources on preventive efforts. If people learn how to behave in open water, fewer will end up in tragic drowning situations.
That said, it's a fact that people go into the water to save each other. We strongly encourage assessing the situation before entering the water, but also understand that a father doesn't wait on land while his daughter is drowning. That's why LifeBoard is designed for anyone who finds it necessary to perform a civilian rescue.
Always alert 1-1-2 before attempting a rescue and avoid going into water conditions you are not comfortable swimming in. If you go out, always bring rescue equipment with you.
Bringing a rescue device such as a LifeBoard increases the buoyancy of both the rescuer and the casualty and therefore the chance of survival. The victim will often be in a state of panic or shock and will therefore tend to grab the rescuer. In unfortunate cases, if the rescuer does not have a buoyancy aid with them, this can result in an unintentional drowning of the rescuer. This is why it is vital that the rescuer carries a buoyancy aid for civilian lifesaving.
LifeBoard is designed with special care to provide life-critical buoyancy for both the rescuer and the distressed individual. Therefore, we have designed LifeBoard with:
1. a safety strap to ensure that the equipment is not lost during a rescue operation
2. Nine handles that provide stabilization for multiple distressed individuals.
3.A foam-filled core that ensures buoyancy even if the plastic shell is damaged
Leading research in the field states that 97% of all fatal drownings occur during rescue attempts without the use of floatation devices. This recognizes floatation devices as a critical element in increasing the safety of both rescuer and person in distress.
Therefore, it is of utmost importance that civilian rescuers take a floatation device with them. Where other floatation devices may provide buoyancy for 1-2 people, we have designed LifeBoard with buoyancy for up to six people. That's why we believe LifeBoard is the best choice as rescue equipment for civilians.
LifeBoard is developed based on the vision that our rescue equipment should be usable by everyone. LifeBoard is therefore designed for and tested by more than 200 civilian users with different water skills, gender, age and background. We have collected data from our tests and continuously optimized and adjusted the equipment so that as many people as possible have good conditions for using the equipment. This does not mean that everyone can and should perform a civilian rescue. It means that if you feel able to stop the accident, we've done everything we can to give you the best conditions to do just that.
It is never simple to perform a rescue, but we believe that LifeBoard is the most straightforward and secure option for rescue equipment for civilians.
Our rescue equipment is designed wide to make it more stable to lie on. The non-slip rubber base indicates where to lie.
Good swimmers and surfers quickly find their balance in the middle of the board, place the nose of the board in the water's surface, and paddle with their arms and legs. Less experienced swimmers take a little time to find their balance in calm water. If balance is a challenge, one can hold onto a handle and use the legs to balance and provide propulsion.
In waves, all rescue equipment is difficult to use. That's why we also encourage people to take water and wind conditions seriously. If you choose to attempt a rescue in waves, you can pull the board behind you until you are through the surf.
What is common for both experienced and inexperienced rescuers is that swimming speed increases and exhaustion decreases compared to swimming with a life buoy. This is shown in a 2023 study conducted by a group of students at Aalborg University. The report can be found under the tab Information -> Brochures.
LifeBoard provides critical buoyancy regardless of water conditions. However, the equipment is particularly effective and quick in shallow water or smaller waves, which allow the rescuer to lie on the board and paddle. In larger waves, we recommend carefully assessing your skills before entering the water and pulling the board behind you until you are past the surf and can lie comfortably and steadily on the board.
An experienced surfer or swimmer will have better conditions and success navigating, paddling or diving through the waves. An inexperienced swimmer - regardless of equipment - will be challenged to reach a distressed person in big waves. However, a LifeBoard offers the possibility for an exhausted rescuer to lie down on the board and take a rest during the rescue attempt. This reduces the risk of escalating the accident, as an unsuccessful rescue attempt in waves will often only result in a tired rescuer being washed ashore by the waves.
There is no indication of that.
We asked beachgoers on beaches without rescue equipment, on beaches with life buoys, and on beaches with LifeBoards what they would do if they witnessed a drowning 100 meters from shore. Overall, 80% of those surveyed said they would alert other beachgoers or call emergency services (112) first. About 60% of the beachgoers said they would attempt a rescue in the water, regardless of whether a life buoy, LifeBoard, or no equipment was available on the beach. Our research suggests that rescue equipment does not make beachgoers feel inappropriately pressured to attempt a rescue.
The public respects LifeBoard as rescue equipment! Theft and vandalism is a frequent concern for municipalities, and we have not experienced any vandalism or theft for several seasons. We belive that the GPS has a significant deterrent value, because we at LifeBoard quickly can track potentially lost rescue equipment and help the municipalities get it back.
Our mission is that the most optimal rescue equipment should always be available. This means that LifeBoards should be available at beaches where you can walk directly into the water or at harbors and other areas where there is activity on the water and where other rescue equipment cannot reach the victim. At harbors or from boats, we do not recommend using LifeBoards as these are most often fall or 'man overboard' accidents. Here, it makes the most sense to throw a lifebuoy to the victim, as the victim will often be within throwing distance of the rescuer.
LifeBoard is designed for areas with swimmers or recreational water activities, such as beaches and lakes. In these areas, falls into the water are less frequent, and the reach of a life ring, with a throw range of about 5-10 meters, is often insufficient, as many water activities take place farther from shore.
If we look at our survey, it showed that there is a big difference between whether respondents would use the rescue equipment in question or another means of floatation device. Of the respondents, who would enter the water to make a rescue no matter what, 4/10 would bring a floatation device during a rescue on beaches with a lifebuoy versus 8/10 on beaches with a LifeBoard. This means that beaches with LifeBoards are more likely to have civilian rescuers entering the water with a floatation device and therefore less likely to have high-risk rescues.
If you are unsure about your choice, feel free to contact us for a free consultation.
Our rescue equipment and associated service package is constantly evolving. Our ambition is to make a product at prices that are competitive with current coastal lifesaving stations. You can always get current prices by contacting us here.
The risk of staying in water will always be present, but with buoyant rescue equipment, this risk is significantly reduced. As a rescuer, the fundamental rule is always to remember to bring a flotation device, and here, LifeBoard is one of the best options, as the buoyancy of LifeBoards is significantly higher than other rescue equipment on the market
Basic rule: Alert 1-1-2 first, only enter the water if you are comfortable with the water conditions, and always carry buoyancy aid.
Service
Learn about what is included in a service subscription when you purchase LifeBoards.
You can purchase the ice kit so that the LifeBoard can be used all year round. The ice kit is especially useful for winter ice rescues.
How to use LifeBoard with ice kit on ice
Remember that rescue attempts on ice involve a risk that the rescuer may go through the ice and therefore ice rescue should be left to professionals if possible. Attempt rescue from land first to avoid traveling on unsafe ice.
- Always alert the authorities in case of an accident on ice
- Give the ice kit with the 100 m safety line to a helper on land
- Put on the safety strap and push the LifeBoard in front of you to distribute the weight
- Stop at least 10 m from the victim and push the LifeBoard over the ice to the victim
- Once the casualty is on the LifeBoard, the rescuer and helper can pull the person up with the safety line. Keep a distance between rescuer and casualty until there is safe ground
Yes, PRO LifeBoard is used by professional rescuers in Denmark, Finland and Germany and has already been used in several life-saving operations.
LifeBoard's service agreement includes
1. LifeBoard tracker and monitoring
2. Replacement of loose parts
3. Advice and Guidance
4. Annual status meeting
At LifeBoard, we have developed rescue equipment for civilians to prevent drowning accidents right now. However, we are equally invested in preventive efforts. Therefore, we collaborate with schools, associations, and universities to create more and better knowledge in this field.
During the summer, we organize activities on beaches where we teach children and young people about water safety through play and fun exercises. Our vision with WaterSmart is for children and young people to learn how to handle open water through play. This way, we may be able to prevent an accident before it happens.
The rescue equipment can be delivered worldwide, subject to payment of shipping costs.
As part of the service agreement, we monitor your LifeBoards and notify you if there is any activity at the LifeBoard. In the event that you notice the LifeBoard is not in its place, we can also investigate where it may have gone and help you get it back.
The LifeBoard Tracker is a maintenance-free system that does not require charging. If the tracker eventually needs to be replaced, this is included in the service agreement.
PRO LifeBoard was developed in collaboration with Roskilde Fire Department. It is our basic design that has been enhanced with the experience of professional lifeguards so that PRO LifeBoard can support professional crews in saving lives.
You can purchase the ice kit so that the LifeBoard can be used all year round. The ice kit is especially useful for winter ice rescues.
How to use LifeBoard with ice kit from shore:
- Always alert the authorities in case of an accident on ice
- Take down the LifeBoard and remove the ice kit
- Put on the safety strap and attach the safety line to the bank
- Stay on the shore, place the LifeBoard flat on the ice and push it out to the victim
- If you miss, you can try to reel the line in to the distressed person or attempt again.
- Once the distressed individual has grabbed onto the LifeBoard, the rescuer can safely pull them to shore using the safety line.
The standard delivery time is 2-4 weeks. If you need LifeBoard sooner, please feel free to contact us. We would be happy to assess your specific situation and see if we can get the equipment to you even faster.
In Denmark, on average, a fatal drowning accident occurs every 5 days. This is undoubtedly an unbearable loss for relatives, which is where our attention is focused first and foremost. No one should lose a loved one in a drowning accident.
In addition, from a societal perspective, there is also a massive economic loss associated with a drowning accident. The Council for Greater Bathing and Water Safety estimates that it costs society approximately DKK 30 million for every death caused by a drowning accident.
Where there is water, there is a risk of drowning accidents, and even seemingly harmless water can lead to accidents due to a lack of attention. With LifeBoard, a concrete and visible effort is made for safety, available around the clock. At LifeBoard, our goal is to create the world’s safest beaches.
Lifesaving is not for everyone. At LifeBoard, we therefore spend a lot of our time and resources on preventive efforts. If people learn how to behave in open water, fewer will end up in tragic drowning situations.
That said, it's a fact that people go into the water to save each other. We strongly encourage assessing the situation before entering the water, but also understand that a father doesn't wait on land while his daughter is drowning. That's why LifeBoard is designed for anyone who finds it necessary to perform a civilian rescue.
Always alert 1-1-2 before attempting a rescue and avoid going into water conditions you are not comfortable swimming in. If you go out, always bring rescue equipment with you.
Bringing a rescue device such as a LifeBoard increases the buoyancy of both the rescuer and the casualty and therefore the chance of survival. The victim will often be in a state of panic or shock and will therefore tend to grab the rescuer. In unfortunate cases, if the rescuer does not have a buoyancy aid with them, this can result in an unintentional drowning of the rescuer. This is why it is vital that the rescuer carries a buoyancy aid for civilian lifesaving.
LifeBoard is designed with special care to provide life-critical buoyancy for both the rescuer and the distressed individual. Therefore, we have designed LifeBoard with:
1. a safety strap to ensure that the equipment is not lost during a rescue operation
2. Nine handles that provide stabilization for multiple distressed individuals.
3.A foam-filled core that ensures buoyancy even if the plastic shell is damaged
Leading research in the field states that 97% of all fatal drownings occur during rescue attempts without the use of floatation devices. This recognizes floatation devices as a critical element in increasing the safety of both rescuer and person in distress.
Therefore, it is of utmost importance that civilian rescuers take a floatation device with them. Where other floatation devices may provide buoyancy for 1-2 people, we have designed LifeBoard with buoyancy for up to six people. That's why we believe LifeBoard is the best choice as rescue equipment for civilians.
LifeBoard is developed based on the vision that our rescue equipment should be usable by everyone. LifeBoard is therefore designed for and tested by more than 200 civilian users with different water skills, gender, age and background. We have collected data from our tests and continuously optimized and adjusted the equipment so that as many people as possible have good conditions for using the equipment. This does not mean that everyone can and should perform a civilian rescue. It means that if you feel able to stop the accident, we've done everything we can to give you the best conditions to do just that.
It is never simple to perform a rescue, but we believe that LifeBoard is the most straightforward and secure option for rescue equipment for civilians.
Our rescue equipment is designed wide to make it more stable to lie on. The non-slip rubber base indicates where to lie.
Good swimmers and surfers quickly find their balance in the middle of the board, place the nose of the board in the water's surface, and paddle with their arms and legs. Less experienced swimmers take a little time to find their balance in calm water. If balance is a challenge, one can hold onto a handle and use the legs to balance and provide propulsion.
In waves, all rescue equipment is difficult to use. That's why we also encourage people to take water and wind conditions seriously. If you choose to attempt a rescue in waves, you can pull the board behind you until you are through the surf.
What is common for both experienced and inexperienced rescuers is that swimming speed increases and exhaustion decreases compared to swimming with a life buoy. This is shown in a 2023 study conducted by a group of students at Aalborg University. The report can be found under the tab Information -> Brochures.
LifeBoard provides critical buoyancy regardless of water conditions. However, the equipment is particularly effective and quick in shallow water or smaller waves, which allow the rescuer to lie on the board and paddle. In larger waves, we recommend carefully assessing your skills before entering the water and pulling the board behind you until you are past the surf and can lie comfortably and steadily on the board.
An experienced surfer or swimmer will have better conditions and success navigating, paddling or diving through the waves. An inexperienced swimmer - regardless of equipment - will be challenged to reach a distressed person in big waves. However, a LifeBoard offers the possibility for an exhausted rescuer to lie down on the board and take a rest during the rescue attempt. This reduces the risk of escalating the accident, as an unsuccessful rescue attempt in waves will often only result in a tired rescuer being washed ashore by the waves.
There is no indication of that.
We asked beachgoers on beaches without rescue equipment, on beaches with life buoys, and on beaches with LifeBoards what they would do if they witnessed a drowning 100 meters from shore. Overall, 80% of those surveyed said they would alert other beachgoers or call emergency services (112) first. About 60% of the beachgoers said they would attempt a rescue in the water, regardless of whether a life buoy, LifeBoard, or no equipment was available on the beach. Our research suggests that rescue equipment does not make beachgoers feel inappropriately pressured to attempt a rescue.
The public respects LifeBoard as rescue equipment! Theft and vandalism is a frequent concern for municipalities, and we have not experienced any vandalism or theft for several seasons. We belive that the GPS has a significant deterrent value, because we at LifeBoard quickly can track potentially lost rescue equipment and help the municipalities get it back.
Our mission is that the most optimal rescue equipment should always be available. This means that LifeBoards should be available at beaches where you can walk directly into the water or at harbors and other areas where there is activity on the water and where other rescue equipment cannot reach the victim. At harbors or from boats, we do not recommend using LifeBoards as these are most often fall or 'man overboard' accidents. Here, it makes the most sense to throw a lifebuoy to the victim, as the victim will often be within throwing distance of the rescuer.
LifeBoard is designed for areas with swimmers or recreational water activities, such as beaches and lakes. In these areas, falls into the water are less frequent, and the reach of a life ring, with a throw range of about 5-10 meters, is often insufficient, as many water activities take place farther from shore.
If we look at our survey, it showed that there is a big difference between whether respondents would use the rescue equipment in question or another means of floatation device. Of the respondents, who would enter the water to make a rescue no matter what, 4/10 would bring a floatation device during a rescue on beaches with a lifebuoy versus 8/10 on beaches with a LifeBoard. This means that beaches with LifeBoards are more likely to have civilian rescuers entering the water with a floatation device and therefore less likely to have high-risk rescues.
If you are unsure about your choice, feel free to contact us for a free consultation.
Our rescue equipment and associated service package is constantly evolving. Our ambition is to make a product at prices that are competitive with current coastal lifesaving stations. You can always get current prices by contacting us here.
The risk of staying in water will always be present, but with buoyant rescue equipment, this risk is significantly reduced. As a rescuer, the fundamental rule is always to remember to bring a flotation device, and here, LifeBoard is one of the best options, as the buoyancy of LifeBoards is significantly higher than other rescue equipment on the market
Basic rule: Alert 1-1-2 first, only enter the water if you are comfortable with the water conditions, and always carry buoyancy aid.
Existing customers
Knowledge and resources for all existing LifeBoard customers
You can purchase the ice kit so that the LifeBoard can be used all year round. The ice kit is especially useful for winter ice rescues.
How to use LifeBoard with ice kit on ice
Remember that rescue attempts on ice involve a risk that the rescuer may go through the ice and therefore ice rescue should be left to professionals if possible. Attempt rescue from land first to avoid traveling on unsafe ice.
- Always alert the authorities in case of an accident on ice
- Give the ice kit with the 100 m safety line to a helper on land
- Put on the safety strap and push the LifeBoard in front of you to distribute the weight
- Stop at least 10 m from the victim and push the LifeBoard over the ice to the victim
- Once the casualty is on the LifeBoard, the rescuer and helper can pull the person up with the safety line. Keep a distance between rescuer and casualty until there is safe ground
Yes, PRO LifeBoard is used by professional rescuers in Denmark, Finland and Germany and has already been used in several life-saving operations.
LifeBoard's service agreement includes
1. LifeBoard tracker and monitoring
2. Replacement of loose parts
3. Advice and Guidance
4. Annual status meeting
At LifeBoard, we have developed rescue equipment for civilians to prevent drowning accidents right now. However, we are equally invested in preventive efforts. Therefore, we collaborate with schools, associations, and universities to create more and better knowledge in this field.
During the summer, we organize activities on beaches where we teach children and young people about water safety through play and fun exercises. Our vision with WaterSmart is for children and young people to learn how to handle open water through play. This way, we may be able to prevent an accident before it happens.
The rescue equipment can be delivered worldwide, subject to payment of shipping costs.
As part of the service agreement, we monitor your LifeBoards and notify you if there is any activity at the LifeBoard. In the event that you notice the LifeBoard is not in its place, we can also investigate where it may have gone and help you get it back.
The LifeBoard Tracker is a maintenance-free system that does not require charging. If the tracker eventually needs to be replaced, this is included in the service agreement.
PRO LifeBoard was developed in collaboration with Roskilde Fire Department. It is our basic design that has been enhanced with the experience of professional lifeguards so that PRO LifeBoard can support professional crews in saving lives.
You can purchase the ice kit so that the LifeBoard can be used all year round. The ice kit is especially useful for winter ice rescues.
How to use LifeBoard with ice kit from shore:
- Always alert the authorities in case of an accident on ice
- Take down the LifeBoard and remove the ice kit
- Put on the safety strap and attach the safety line to the bank
- Stay on the shore, place the LifeBoard flat on the ice and push it out to the victim
- If you miss, you can try to reel the line in to the distressed person or attempt again.
- Once the distressed individual has grabbed onto the LifeBoard, the rescuer can safely pull them to shore using the safety line.
The standard delivery time is 2-4 weeks. If you need LifeBoard sooner, please feel free to contact us. We would be happy to assess your specific situation and see if we can get the equipment to you even faster.
In Denmark, on average, a fatal drowning accident occurs every 5 days. This is undoubtedly an unbearable loss for relatives, which is where our attention is focused first and foremost. No one should lose a loved one in a drowning accident.
In addition, from a societal perspective, there is also a massive economic loss associated with a drowning accident. The Council for Greater Bathing and Water Safety estimates that it costs society approximately DKK 30 million for every death caused by a drowning accident.
Where there is water, there is a risk of drowning accidents, and even seemingly harmless water can lead to accidents due to a lack of attention. With LifeBoard, a concrete and visible effort is made for safety, available around the clock. At LifeBoard, our goal is to create the world’s safest beaches.
Lifesaving is not for everyone. At LifeBoard, we therefore spend a lot of our time and resources on preventive efforts. If people learn how to behave in open water, fewer will end up in tragic drowning situations.
That said, it's a fact that people go into the water to save each other. We strongly encourage assessing the situation before entering the water, but also understand that a father doesn't wait on land while his daughter is drowning. That's why LifeBoard is designed for anyone who finds it necessary to perform a civilian rescue.
Always alert 1-1-2 before attempting a rescue and avoid going into water conditions you are not comfortable swimming in. If you go out, always bring rescue equipment with you.
Bringing a rescue device such as a LifeBoard increases the buoyancy of both the rescuer and the casualty and therefore the chance of survival. The victim will often be in a state of panic or shock and will therefore tend to grab the rescuer. In unfortunate cases, if the rescuer does not have a buoyancy aid with them, this can result in an unintentional drowning of the rescuer. This is why it is vital that the rescuer carries a buoyancy aid for civilian lifesaving.
LifeBoard is designed with special care to provide life-critical buoyancy for both the rescuer and the distressed individual. Therefore, we have designed LifeBoard with:
1. a safety strap to ensure that the equipment is not lost during a rescue operation
2. Nine handles that provide stabilization for multiple distressed individuals.
3.A foam-filled core that ensures buoyancy even if the plastic shell is damaged
Leading research in the field states that 97% of all fatal drownings occur during rescue attempts without the use of floatation devices. This recognizes floatation devices as a critical element in increasing the safety of both rescuer and person in distress.
Therefore, it is of utmost importance that civilian rescuers take a floatation device with them. Where other floatation devices may provide buoyancy for 1-2 people, we have designed LifeBoard with buoyancy for up to six people. That's why we believe LifeBoard is the best choice as rescue equipment for civilians.
LifeBoard is developed based on the vision that our rescue equipment should be usable by everyone. LifeBoard is therefore designed for and tested by more than 200 civilian users with different water skills, gender, age and background. We have collected data from our tests and continuously optimized and adjusted the equipment so that as many people as possible have good conditions for using the equipment. This does not mean that everyone can and should perform a civilian rescue. It means that if you feel able to stop the accident, we've done everything we can to give you the best conditions to do just that.
It is never simple to perform a rescue, but we believe that LifeBoard is the most straightforward and secure option for rescue equipment for civilians.
Our rescue equipment is designed wide to make it more stable to lie on. The non-slip rubber base indicates where to lie.
Good swimmers and surfers quickly find their balance in the middle of the board, place the nose of the board in the water's surface, and paddle with their arms and legs. Less experienced swimmers take a little time to find their balance in calm water. If balance is a challenge, one can hold onto a handle and use the legs to balance and provide propulsion.
In waves, all rescue equipment is difficult to use. That's why we also encourage people to take water and wind conditions seriously. If you choose to attempt a rescue in waves, you can pull the board behind you until you are through the surf.
What is common for both experienced and inexperienced rescuers is that swimming speed increases and exhaustion decreases compared to swimming with a life buoy. This is shown in a 2023 study conducted by a group of students at Aalborg University. The report can be found under the tab Information -> Brochures.
LifeBoard provides critical buoyancy regardless of water conditions. However, the equipment is particularly effective and quick in shallow water or smaller waves, which allow the rescuer to lie on the board and paddle. In larger waves, we recommend carefully assessing your skills before entering the water and pulling the board behind you until you are past the surf and can lie comfortably and steadily on the board.
An experienced surfer or swimmer will have better conditions and success navigating, paddling or diving through the waves. An inexperienced swimmer - regardless of equipment - will be challenged to reach a distressed person in big waves. However, a LifeBoard offers the possibility for an exhausted rescuer to lie down on the board and take a rest during the rescue attempt. This reduces the risk of escalating the accident, as an unsuccessful rescue attempt in waves will often only result in a tired rescuer being washed ashore by the waves.
There is no indication of that.
We asked beachgoers on beaches without rescue equipment, on beaches with life buoys, and on beaches with LifeBoards what they would do if they witnessed a drowning 100 meters from shore. Overall, 80% of those surveyed said they would alert other beachgoers or call emergency services (112) first. About 60% of the beachgoers said they would attempt a rescue in the water, regardless of whether a life buoy, LifeBoard, or no equipment was available on the beach. Our research suggests that rescue equipment does not make beachgoers feel inappropriately pressured to attempt a rescue.
The public respects LifeBoard as rescue equipment! Theft and vandalism is a frequent concern for municipalities, and we have not experienced any vandalism or theft for several seasons. We belive that the GPS has a significant deterrent value, because we at LifeBoard quickly can track potentially lost rescue equipment and help the municipalities get it back.
Our mission is that the most optimal rescue equipment should always be available. This means that LifeBoards should be available at beaches where you can walk directly into the water or at harbors and other areas where there is activity on the water and where other rescue equipment cannot reach the victim. At harbors or from boats, we do not recommend using LifeBoards as these are most often fall or 'man overboard' accidents. Here, it makes the most sense to throw a lifebuoy to the victim, as the victim will often be within throwing distance of the rescuer.
LifeBoard is designed for areas with swimmers or recreational water activities, such as beaches and lakes. In these areas, falls into the water are less frequent, and the reach of a life ring, with a throw range of about 5-10 meters, is often insufficient, as many water activities take place farther from shore.
If we look at our survey, it showed that there is a big difference between whether respondents would use the rescue equipment in question or another means of floatation device. Of the respondents, who would enter the water to make a rescue no matter what, 4/10 would bring a floatation device during a rescue on beaches with a lifebuoy versus 8/10 on beaches with a LifeBoard. This means that beaches with LifeBoards are more likely to have civilian rescuers entering the water with a floatation device and therefore less likely to have high-risk rescues.
If you are unsure about your choice, feel free to contact us for a free consultation.
Our rescue equipment and associated service package is constantly evolving. Our ambition is to make a product at prices that are competitive with current coastal lifesaving stations. You can always get current prices by contacting us here.
The risk of staying in water will always be present, but with buoyant rescue equipment, this risk is significantly reduced. As a rescuer, the fundamental rule is always to remember to bring a flotation device, and here, LifeBoard is one of the best options, as the buoyancy of LifeBoards is significantly higher than other rescue equipment on the market
Basic rule: Alert 1-1-2 first, only enter the water if you are comfortable with the water conditions, and always carry buoyancy aid.