The Pains Wessex Safety Grab Bag sits near the helm so you can grab small safety gear in a couple of quick steps. The bright yellow body stands out against decks and water so crew can spot it from a few metres away. The soft sides let you squeeze it into tight lockers, then pull it free without catching on sharp corners. The buoyant build keeps the bag at the surface if it goes overboard. The bag uses splash-proof material to cut down spray reaching radios, flares or other kit during short exposures. The carry strap gives you a simple over-the-shoulder haul from dock to boat. The printed panel includes space for vessel name and call sign so crews know exactly which setup it belongs to. The whole kit stays light enough for one-handed carry with typical safety loads on smaller boats.

• Buoyant safety grab bag for marine use
• Splash-proof construction for smaller safety gear
• Bright yellow body for high visibility
• Clearly printed Pains Wessex branding on front
• Front panel lines for name and call sign
• Soft-sided design suits compact locker storage
• Shoulder strap for over-the-shoulder carrying
• Part number 50244 for easy reordering
• Ideal for grouping flares, radios and EPIRB
• Helps keep emergency equipment in one place

Q: Does the Safety Grab Bag float if it goes overboard?

Yes, the Safety Grab Bag is buoyant. The construction is intended to keep the bag at the surface so it can be retrieved if it slips out of the boat. This helps keep smaller safety gear together instead of scattering in the water. It also makes the bag easier to see beside the hull in chop.

Q: What type of gear is this bag suited to carry?

This bag is suited to smaller safety equipment. Typical use would be for compact items such as flares, handheld radios, small first-aid kits or an EPIRB. Keeping these in one marked bag makes it faster to grab them in an emergency. It also helps new crew know exactly where critical kit lives on board.

Q: Is the Safety Grab Bag waterproof?

The Safety Grab Bag is splash-proof rather than fully waterproof. The outer material and closure help resist spray and light splashes on deck. It is not intended to act as a dry bag when submerged. Sensitive electronics should still be kept in their own waterproof cases inside the bag.

Q: Where should I store the bag on my boat?

The bag should be stored where it can be reached quickly by the skipper or crew. Many boaties keep it near the companionway or helm so it is visible and within a few steps. The soft construction suits lockers or shelves with limited space. The key is to keep it in the same spot so everyone on board knows where it is.