ResQ Disc was invented in the late 1990s by Mechanical Engineer Dr. Thomas Sytko after the death of his youngest son. Since then the ResQ Disc has been used in an estimated 3000 successful water and ice rescues by both first responders and outdoor / water enthusiasts alike.

The ResQ Disc is touted as the safest, most effective water and ice rescue device as it was designed to keep the rescuer from becoming a victim themselves… many untrained individuals, in an effort to be a Good Samaritan, unthinkingly will enter the water and end up needing to be rescued as well.

While other products like a throw bag or life ring may have a throw line, none are as lightweight as the ResQ Disc and none will fly like a frisbee into wind. Its aerodynamic feature allows the rescuer to more quickly, easily and accurately reach its target while keeping the rescuer safely ashore.

In the late 2010s, prompted by barge companies and boaters, Dr. Sytko added the Protective Cover/Quick Release ResQ Bag to the product line, helping to extend the life of the already durable and long-lasting device and provide a way to anchor the device while still allowing easy access in the event of a water or ice emergency.