Jersey Lifeboat Association (JLA) Marks 999 Emergency Services Day: 9th September 2024 As Jersey’s only independent lifeboat service, we at the JLA are proud to join in marking 999 Emergency Services Day on the 9th of September 2024. This day honours the bravery and dedication of all emergency service personnel across the UK, including here in Jersey. Every day, our …

At 19:44 last night, JLA’s Albert Pinel was tasked to assist in the search for a concern for welfare. Albert Pinel launched within 12 minutes of page and was on scene at Sorel Point in 20 minutes from St Helier. Utilising the FLIR camera system, in reducing visibility, allowed the crew to quickly and effectively perform a shore search on …

At 13:03 on Thursday 30th August 2024, the Jersey Lifeboat Association’s (JLA) inshore lifeboat, Albert Pinel, was paged to respond to a medical emergency near the Violet buoy. The Albert Pinel was launched at 13:12 from St Helier and proceeded eastward toward a 50-foot sailing catamaran located northeast of the Brett beacon. With calm sea conditions, the JLA lifeboat reached …

The JLA has had a busy few days! On Thursday evening, our crew aboard the Albert Pinel joined The Jersey Duchess for a medical scenario training exercise while afloat. As part of our commitment to continuous training and development, this exercise was a valuable opportunity to put our recently revalidated casualty care skills to the test, showcasing our ability to …

Safety Services: Boat Checks Regular basic checks on all boats can help save lives at sea. 1. Water Check water filters for dirt and other objects. 2. Oil Check dipstick levels. Remember operating temperatures. 3. Batteries Check for leaks. Check charge levels. 4. Belts Check engine belts. Check water pumping. Important for generators and alternators. 5. Levels Fresh water or …

A big thank you to our volunteers, Carla and Brandon, who recently took on the challenge of a skydive to raise funds for JLA. Their dedication and bravery have made a real difference, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Every bit of support helps us continue our work, and we’re proud to have such committed individuals on our team. Well …

This week, our team continued to push the boundaries of our skills, ensuring that we’re always ready to handle any situation that comes our way. After completing our casualty care re-certification on Sunday, we’ve now reinforced that knowledge with hands-on training in practical stretcher use within real-world environments. We take pride in saying that JLA is likely the most currently …

The JLA are committed to continuous training and development whilst maintaining high standards through industry recognised qualification and certification. Members of the crew have been qualifying and re-certifying in Casualty Care provided by Trident Training Consultancy which will enable us to continue to provide advanced first aid including provision of Entonox/Oxygen, Defibrillator and trauma response. Thanks to the generosity of …

Safety Services: Trace Apps Mobile Apps for Marine Navigation. Tablets and mobile phones can do most of the things that marine chartplotters can do. 1. Stand alone or integrated? Both have benefits so you need to consider what is best for you 2. Where will device be located? Easy access but best to be protected 3. Power source. Consider battery …

Our crew were suited and booted to attend the Gorey Boat Blessing yesterday. Sir Max Aitken III and Albert Pinel left the harbour in St Helier and arrived in Gorey at 10:30am. We thoroughly enjoyed the fly past from Channel Islands Air Search. As the blessing of the boats and the service of remembrance commenced, we were humbled by the …

Yesterday at 22:14 JLA’s Albert Pinel was tasked to assist in conducting a search with multiple agencies on the north coast. Sea conditions weren’t favourable and were confused until Albert Pinel had passed Corbiere lighthouse and once again at Grosnez. Fortunately there was a positive result and all assets were stood down just before 23:10 and headed back to berth. …

Safety Services: Safety Flares 1. What are Flares? Boat flares are essential safety devices used by mariners to signal for help or communicate distress in emergencies. 2 Types of Flares Type A: Rocket parachute flare (red) Type B: Multi-star flare (red) Type C: Hand-held flare (red) Type D: Smoke signal—buoyant or hand-held (orange) 3 Red parachute rocket flares The red …