Quality This lifeguard floatation device is made from the highest grade polyethylene which will resist exposure to the suns UV rays and will take a beating before showing any signs of wear & tear. Superior Our rescue buoy has more buoyancy than a standard rescue tube. This Torpedo buoy gives the rescuer the ability to assist multiple victims. Versatile Our lifeguard float is connected by a rope to a strap allowing the rescuer to swim while towing the buoy and victim. Essential Our lifeguard buoy is a must-have piece of lifeguard gear for water rescue. Common Names It is referred to also as a Rescue Can or Torpedo Buoy, because of its shape; and is often called a "Torp" for short by lifeguards.