Coastal Life Raft 4 Person Low Profile Container*Recommended for commercial use only. For recreational applicationsplease consider VIKING's RescYou series.US Coast Guard Approved IBA and Liferaft Solution for Vessels Operating inUS Coastal Waters.USCG Change in RegulationsUSCG has stipulated that as of 26 February 2016 all commercial vesselssailing in US coastal waters must have an approved survival craft onboardthat ensures no part of an individual is immersed in water. This means thatbasic life floats and similar systems must be phased out and replaced byapproved craft in order for the vessel to meet the new requirement.Choosing LiferaftsThe VIKING IBA and Coastal Liferafts are both approved according to the newregulation. However, there can be certain situations where the CoastalLiferaft would be a better choice, for example if operations involve coldwaters with exceptionally bad weather.The insulated floor and a canopyprovide additional protection against the elements. The IBA is designed forfair weather where quick rescue is expected.Product Highlights: