Expert Marine Safety Solutions Plymouth

Marine safety is essential for every successful trip at sea. We offer core services including liferaft inspection, lifejacket servicing, and practical training to help skippers and crews stay compliant and prepared. Whether you’re a visitor or a regular sailor, our trusted local specialists ensure your equipment is reliable and your crew confident. Discover how our expert services can keep you safe and compliant on the water.

Core Marine Safety Services

We focus on the essentials: liferaft inspection and servicing , liferaft hire , and lifejacket servicing . These services are designed to keep your safety equipment in top condition and your crew ready for emergencies. We tailor solutions to meet your specific needs, ensuring peace of mind every time you set sail.

Liferaft Servicing and Maintenance Plymouth

Liferaft servicing is vital to ensure your equipment works when it matters most. Our technicians follow Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) and International Maritime Organization (IMO) guidelines to inspect inflation systems, buoyancy chambers, canopies, fittings, and emergency packs. We carry out necessary repairs and part replacements to maintain safety standards and keep your certification valid.

Liferaft Hire Plymouth

Hiring a liferaft is a practical alternative to purchasing, especially for visitors or occasional boaters / racers. Our local providers offer short-term rentals for single voyages and long-term rentals for regular or commercial use. Delivery and collection services are available for your convenience.

All hired liferafts come with up-to-date certification, meeting MCA and SOLAS standards where applicable, giving you and your crew confidence in your safety equipment.

Lifejacket Servicing

Our lifejacket servicing ensures your personal flotation devices are fully functional and compliant with safety regulations. We conduct comprehensive inspections including inflation tests, checking seams and fabric integrity, and verifying the condition of straps and buckles. Our team offers expert guidance to help you select appropriate service plans tailored to your vessel and crew requirements.

Meeting MCA Servicing Requirements

Routine servicing of liferafts and lifejackets is mandatory under MCA regulations. Liferafts require regular inspections covering all major components. Many aspects of lifejackets must be checked by a qualified techinician using specific tools and machines. Keeping accurate service records is essential to demonstrate compliance and avoid enforcement action.

Why Regular Maintenance Matters

Regular maintenance reduces the risk of equipment failure and ensures quick, reliable deployment in emergencies. Our experts help you maintain your marine safety equipment through routine inspections and repairs, checking seals, inflation systems, canopies, and emergency packs. Staying proactive with maintenance keeps your equipment compliant and your crew safe.

Get Expert Marine Safety Support

Ensure your liferaft and lifejackets are compliant, reliable, and ready for your next voyage. Contact our specialists today to discuss inspection, hire, or servicing needs. Benefit from expert advice and certified services tailored to your vessel and crew.

Get In Touch

Unit 3-4
Midas Business Park
Coal Park Lane
Swanwick
Southampton
SO31 7GW

what3words: airbase.seaside.carriage

Technical advice or if you have a raft in for service

Commercial or leisure liferaft hire:
hire@ universalsafety.co.uk

Sales and to book a service slot:
service@ universalsafety.co.uk

Accounts payable/receivable:
accounts@ universalsafety.co.uk

Aviation liferaft and lifejacket servicing:
aviation@ universalsafety.co.uk

© Copyright 2026 Universal Safety LtdWeb Design By Toolkit Websites