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13. The Swiftwater Whitewater Lifejacket

Hazards of Use and Restrictions
Advisory only
dangerous however, to tie into a rope while working in and around fast-moving
water. The Swiftwater brand of quick-release chest harness allows a trained rescuer
to be securely belayed when entering moving water or working alongside it. The
quick-release feature can be activated whenever necessary to allow the rescuer to
get free of the belay line.

Although the Swiftwater quick-release chest harness can extend your rescue
capabilities, all moving water rescues are potentially hazardous. Equipment can
never substitute for skill and judgement, and even expert rescuers cannot aviod
significant risk. Do not attempt to use this product without prior training in
fast-water rescue, followed by controlled practice sessions using the harness
feature in moving water.

Sales are restricted to only trained professional swift water users.

MARSARS Water Rescue Systems, Inc.
155 Myrtle Street
Shelton, Connecticut, 06484
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MARSARS Inc. All Rights Reserved
Telephone: Toll-Free 866-426-2423
Fax: 203 924 4198
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