After purchasing an immersion suit, how should it be stored?

The correct approach to storing an immersion suit is to keep it in the storage bag in which it was received. This method helps to protect the suit from unnecessary wear and tear, exposure to dust, and environmental elements that could degrade the material. The storage bag is designed to keep the suit compact and safe until it is needed for use.

While folding the suit carefully, placing it in a cool, dry place, or hanging it on a hook could seem like reasonable options, these methods may not provide the best protection. Folding could create creases or pressure points that might damage the suit over time. A cool, dry place is important, but without the protective storage bag, the suit could still be exposed to potential hazards. Hanging on a hook can stretch the material and alter its shape, potentially compromising the suit’s fit and function when it is needed in a survival situation. Thus, keeping the immersion suit in the provided storage bag is the most effective way to ensure its readiness for use.