Search & Rescue Manikin

Made in exactly the same way as the popular Man Overboard manikin, the only difference is the colour. The Search & Rescue model is deliberately designed to be difficult to see in the water to enable crews to develop the 'search' element of their Search & Rescue training, making this model particularly suitable for Police Forces or inland water rescue teams.

This manikin can float at any angle between the vertical and horizontal by simply moving the foam pieces between the chest pockets and the legs, a process which takes seconds.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Supplied complete with a protective overall constructed in tough Polyester (conforms to BS EN ISO 15025:2002, OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 and ISO 17050-1) - the same material used in Police ballistic/stab vests.
• This manikin will easily withstand a fall of 5 - 6 metres into water with no damage, these manikins are tough!
• A polypropylene loop to the back allows the manikin to be lowered into position or hung up to dry.
• The black mask supplied makes the manikin even harder to find by covering the brightly covered head but this can be left off at night to expose the Solas reflective tape if required.
• Polyethylene strips allow flexibility in and out of the water but prevent the manikin from bending in half when using stretchers or recovery devices like a Jason's Cradle.
• Protective overalls and boots are user replaceable and greatly extend the life of the manikin

WHO USES THEM?

• 100% of the UK Fire Services
• MOD – these are the only water rescue manikins specified by the British Ministry of Defence - NATO stock numbers available.
• Emergency service professionals around the world - we regularly export to 26 countries with the USA, Australia and Germany being our biggest markets.
• Navies, Armies & Airforces throughout Europe and worldwide.
• Defence Fire Risk Management Organization - DFRMO
• London Offshore Consultants
• Foyle Search & Rescue
• British Canoe Union
• Ports
• Coastguards/Lifeguards
• Inland water rescue teams
• Gulf Power Marine
• Police Service for Northern Ireland
• Exmoor Search & Rescue
• Marine Consultancy Services
• Cleveland Mountain Rescue
• Brecon Mountain Rescue
• RNLI Port Isac
• RNLI Isle of Man
• MCA Training Centre
• States of Jersey Fire Service
• Cleveland Mountain Rescue
• United Nations mission in South Sudan
• Bahrain Airforce
• Swift Water Training
• Canterbury Coastguard
• Viking Life - Estonia
• Malaysia Fire & Rescue Department (BOMBA)
• Australian State Emergency Services
• Australian Surf Life Saving Clubs
• Singapore Civil Defence Force
• Singapore Changi Airport Academy
• Malaysian Fire & Rescue Department

The Ruth Lee Search & Rescue Manikin is engineered to provide realistic training for emergency responders operating in demanding environments such as wilderness, mountainous terrain, or disaster zones. This manikin accurately simulates the weight, size, and handling characteristics of a human casualty, allowing teams to practice lifting, dragging, and extrication techniques under authentic conditions.

Constructed with tough, abrasion-resistant materials and reinforced stress points, the manikin withstands rugged training scenarios including rope rescues, confined spaces, and uneven terrain. Its articulated limbs offer lifelike flexibility, enabling responders to practice proper casualty positioning and secure transport methods.

Key features include:

• Realistic weight and body proportions for authentic handling experience

• Durable, flame-retardant outer shell suited for rough outdoor use

• Flexible joints and limbs for accurate casualty simulation

• Designed for rope, mountain, and technical rescue training

• Easy to clean and maintain after rigorous training sessions

Trusted by search and rescue teams worldwide, this manikin helps improve coordination, strength, and technique, ensuring preparedness for real-life rescue missions.