Mouthpiece Retaining Straps (MRS)

We were pleased to sponsor Rebreather Forum 4 with a contribution to boost the Mouthpiece Retaining Strap (MRS) safety initiative of the Rebreather Training Council.  All RF4 attendees will receive a MRS from Lombardi Undersea LLC.

The MRS device is a simple strap to retain a diver’s mouthpiece in place. While their use efficacy is under debate, the simple accessory has been used for nearly a century within military settings, and for obvious reasons.  Benefits include an improved seal at the lips to minimize water ingress and allow for a more relaxed jaw. In the event of respiring an inappropriate breathing mix, any number of physiological issues can lead to unconsciousness – the MRS may reduce the likelihood of spitting out the mouthpiece and therefore may preserve the airway if unconscious underwater.

Resources

• Proceedings of the RF4 meeting can be downloaded here.
• MRS can be purchased here.