Cover of survival

A cover of survival or isothermic cover is a cover making it possible to protect itself from the cold, heat, the rain, moisture and the wind.

It is manufactured starting from a film Polyester metallized a thickness of 13 Micron S, very resistant (1,750 kg/cm2 of tensile strength), imputrescible and impermeable. Of a standard dimension of 2,20m by 1,40m (or 1,60m), its very light weight is of 60 (or 65) grams. To keep it a long time in good condition, he is advised after use, to arrange it in his plastic sachet of origin by folding up it according to the grooves of origins. Sometimes, it is to better be two people to carry out this operation, because of lightness of the material (the wind complicates the business). It reflects 90% of the radiation Infrarouge.

It has two faces of which a gilded surface which is reflective. One can use one or the other face to wrap the body, but to obtain the best output, one will seek to exploit the properties of surface used:

  • When gilded surface is outside (surface silver plated inside): it isolates from heat (for example of that of the sun, therefore it does not heat). For use on tents, caravans or cars.
  • When gilded surface is inside (surface silver plated outside): it makes it possible to store the heat of the person (it protects from the cold), it also protects from moisture and the rain.

Certain models are with two silver plated faces, but one of the faces is more brilliant (reflective) and plays the same part as gilded surface.

But in all the cases, it is recommended to follow the directions for use of the cover of survival.

Elements of indications

The cover of survival is an important component in the case of help for to carry help near a victim because the heat loss is a factor worsening for the patient. It is a nearly indispensable object in High mountain, during an excursion, because the weather can always change quickly in this environment. In the case of road accidents, especially for the motorcyclists, it is advised to have one in its car of them (very recommended per time of snow).

Counter-indications

This cover should not be used:

  • In the event of Storm,
  • Close to the incandescent matters,
  • During a use of a D.S.A,
  • Like beach towel (to lengthen above).

References

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