‘ If it wasn’t for the helmet, I wouldn’t be here’

It’s easy to take the things that protect us for granted. We get used to having our day-to-day safety nets there
should we ever need them. But our volunteers know just how much of a difference their kit makes to whether they come home safely.

Lifesaving today has come a long way from the sou’wester caps, cork lifejackets and oilskins of the 1800s, with kit being continually developed for comfort and performance. Every time a crew member pulls on their kit they need to know it will be there for them when they need it most. Blackpool Crew Member Kyle King took a blow to the head when a rogue wave capsized the inshore lifeboat. He says quite simply: ‘If it wasn’t for the helmet, I wouldn’t be here.’ This Mayday we’re raising money for vital new kit, so please get involved by raising funds or joining a community event near you.
Visit RNLI.org/MaydayLBM to find out more.