Description

Casualty Hypothermia Bag – Vital Thermal Protection for Rescue and Maritime Emergencies

The Casualty Hypothermia Bag is a purpose-built thermal protection system designed to prevent and treat hypothermia in individuals exposed to cold, wet, or windy environments—especially in maritime and rescue scenarios. Lightweight, compact, and easy to deploy, this bag offers life-saving insulation and coverage for casualties during emergency treatment and evacuation.

Constructed from high-performance, insulating materials such as metallised foil or thermal-reflective polyethylene, the Casualty Hypothermia Bag reflects and retains body heat to maintain core temperature in victims of exposure. Its windproof and waterproof outer layer shields the casualty from harsh weather, while the inner lining preserves warmth and reduces the risk of shock. Whether used on a lifeboat, during flood rescue, or on a cold-weather trail, the bag ensures critical thermal management in situations where body heat loss can become fatal.

The BCB Casualty Hypothermia Bag is designed for rapid and efficient use in the field. Its full-length design allows rescuers to enclose the entire body of the victim with minimal handling, reducing heat loss and simplifying rescue operations. The bag opens and closes easily via hook-and-loop fasteners or zippers and may include viewing panels, access slits, or straps to accommodate medical monitoring or equipment during use.

Highly portable and vacuum-packed, the bag fits seamlessly into survival kits, emergency grab bags, ambulance packs, or marine rescue containers. It is a staple in the equipment of coastguards, emergency medical teams, naval vessels, lifeboats, offshore rigs, and mountain rescue services—anywhere that cold exposure or immersion hypothermia is a risk.

For maritime survival applications, the Casualty Hypothermia Bag complements other SOLAS-compliant life-saving appliances. When used in tandem with a lifejacket or liferaft, it significantly improves a casualty’s chances of survival before evacuation or rescue. The thermal protection it offers is essential for treating cold shock and preventing the onset of severe hypothermia during prolonged rescue operations.

Manufactured by trusted safety experts such as BCB International, the Casualty Hypothermia Bag meets the high-performance demands of real-world rescue environments. Its rugged construction withstands rough handling and exposure to water, salt, and wind, making it suitable for repeated use and long-term storage in harsh conditions.

Whether you’re outfitting a rescue team, equipping a vessel’s survival gear, or ensuring compliance with cold-weather safety regulations, the Casualty Hypothermia Bag is a proven, compact, and effective solution for thermal casualty care.