Surviving is nice, but getting rescued as quickly as possible is the ultimate aim. The quantities listed include those that may already be part of the life raft s equipment and survival supplies. However, in some cases the quality of those included items is so poor as to make them irrelevant, so it is important to identify not just what has been packed in the raft generically, but exactly what is in there. Safety In Security Be sure to carefully examine and test everything you plan to use in an emergency. This ensures you know how to operate the equipment and that it is functioning.
Testing is absolutely critical for electronic and mechanical equipment.
It s happened. I ve spoken to the survivors, they were not very pleased, but they have only themselves to blame for not testing first. I've seen failures myself in testing. Never rely on mechanical or electronic equipment you haven't tested yourself before packing. ALL equipment must be fitted with a lanyard , wrist or tether as appropriate.