DITCH-BAG ESSENTIALS

Compensate for extended life-raft service intervals with a ditch bag:

Registered PLB and waterproof VHF Strobe light, signal mirror and other distress signals

Waterproof flashlight, sharp knife/ shears, nylon cord, sponge and no-glue raft-repair clamps

First-aid kit, motion-sickness medication, drinking water, sunscreen and Mylar blankets

BONUS ITEMS

Plastic zipper bags, toilet paper and prescription eyewear/reading glasses

POST-RESCUE ITEMS

Prescription medications, photocopies of passports, a credit card, cash and a disposable camera