Splints - Medical and Hospital Equipment

Marine splints are portable first-aid devices used aboard ships, offshore vessels, and rescue craft to immobilize suspected fractures, sprains, and limb injuries. Common types include moldable aluminum-foam splints, vacuum splints, finger splints, and inflatable splints.

ProShipWorks provides end-to-end support to source and supply Splints for marine vessels, ship operators, industrial facilities, maintenance teams and procurement departments.

Last updated: October 11, 2026

Product Information

Product Name	Splints
Product Category	Medical and Hospital Equipment
Product Reference	1587
Brands / Manufacturers	SAM Medical, Spencer Italia, Ferno
Unit of Measure	Piece

Key Features

Key Feature
1. Radiolucent and moldable construction on many aluminum-foam designs
2. Lightweight, compact, and suitable for emergency lockers
3. Can immobilize upper and lower extremities
4. Reusable models can be cleaned and disinfected
5. Compatible with onboard first-aid and medical treatment equipment

Applications of Splints

Application
1. Immobilization of suspected fractures and dislocations
2. Treatment of limb injuries after slips, falls, and machinery accidents
3. Emergency response on ships, offshore platforms, and rescue boats

Models & Manufacturers

Model	Manufacturer
SAM Splint	SAM Medical

Technical Specifications

Model	Specification	Value	Unit
SAM Splint	Standard length	36	in
SAM Splint	Standard width	4.25	in
SAM Splint	Approximate dimensions	91 x 11	cm
SAM Splint	Construction	Malleable aluminum core with closed-cell foam covering	—

Standards, Certifications & Class Approval

Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.

Applicable Standards & Certification	Certification depends on the manufacturer and market. Medical splints may be supplied as CE-marked medical devices under applicable EU Medical Device Regulation requirements or as FDA-regulated devices in the United States. Verify the product-specific declaration and registration.
Class Approval	Marine class approval is not normally applicable to general-purpose splints. Vessel operators should verify compliance with the flag-state medical stores requirements, applicable shipboard medical regulations, and the vessel's approved medical locker inventory.

Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information

Installation Notes	Select a splint appropriate for the injured body part. Check circulation and neurological status before and after application, pad pressure points, immobilize the joints above and below the suspected injury, and secure without excessive tightness.
Maintenance Tips	Inspect packaging, straps, fasteners, foam, and structural surfaces regularly. Clean reusable splints with a manufacturer-approved disinfectant, dry completely, and replace damaged or contaminated items. Check expiry dates where applicable.
Safety Notes	Splinting does not replace professional medical assessment. Control severe bleeding first, do not attempt to straighten an obvious deformity, and monitor circulation, sensation, and movement after application. Follow the vessel medical manual and radio medical advice.