Orange Hand Smoke Flare – Daytime Marine Distress Signal (SOLAS Approved)

High-Visibility Daytime Location Marker for Fast Rescue

The Orange Hand Smoke Flare is a SOLAS-approved marine distress signal designed specifically for daytime emergency signalling. Producing a dense, highly visible bright orange smoke cloud, this handheld flare allows rescuers to quickly identify your exact position in daylight, even in wind and open-water conditions.

An essential part of any marine safety kit, this flare complements parachute rockets and hand flares for complete distress signalling coverage.

Key Features

• SOLAS Approved Marine Distress Signal – Meets international offshore safety standards

• Bright Orange Smoke Cloud – Maximum daytime visibility at sea

• Approx. 60 Second Smoke Duration – Strong, sustained signalling

• Daytime Location Marker – Ideal for pinpointing your position to rescuers

• Handheld & Easy to Deploy – Fast activation in emergencies

• Weather-Resistant Marine Design – Reliable in harsh sea conditions

• Compact Safety Essential – Perfect for grab bags & flare kits

• Trusted Worldwide – Used by commercial & recreational vessels

Why Every NZ Boat Should Carry a Hand Smoke Flare

Orange hand smoke flares are critical for daylight distress signalling, especially when rescue vessels, helicopters, or nearby boats are searching visually.

Best used for:

• Daytime marine emergencies

• Pinpoint location marking for rescue crews

• Liferafts & abandon-ship kits

• Grab bags & emergency safety packs

• Offshore & coastal boating

• Trailer boats, launches & commercial vessels

For full signalling capability, hand smoke flares are typically used alongside red parachute rocket flares (long-range) and red hand flares (night/close range).

How To Use

1. Remove cap and activate ignition

2. Hold downwind at arm’s length

3. Dense orange smoke emits immediately

4. Smoke lasts approx. 60 seconds

5. Clearly marks your position for rescuers

Technical Specifications

• Product: Orange Hand Smoke Flare

• Approval: SOLAS compliant

• Signal Type: Daytime orange smoke distress signal

• Smoke Duration: Approx. 60 seconds

• Use: Daytime marine distress signalling

• Activation: Pull/strike ignition (model dependent)

• Storage: Keep dry, accessible, and within expiry date

NZ Shipping & Safety Information

⚠️ Important Notice:

• Classified as Dangerous Goods

• Shipping to business address or Mainfreight depot only

• Cannot be delivered to residential addresses

• Use only in genuine emergencies

• Dispose of expired flares through approved NZ programmes

Note: flares can only be delivered to a business address or marked for Mainfreight depot pickup. They cannot be delivered to a residential address