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children and nonswimmers must wear PFDs at all
times when aboard. It is common sense to have
everyone on board wearing PFDs. A throwable
device must also be right at hand and ready to toss.
A. PFD C
LASSIFICATIONS
Off-Shore Life Jacket (Type I) –
(F
. 1.5.1)
IG
most buoyant, it is designed to
turn an unconscious person face
up; used in all types of waters
where rescue may be slow,
par ticularly in cold or rough
conditions.
Near-Shore Life Vest (Type II) –
(F
. 1.5.2)
IG
"keyhole" vest with flotation-filled
head and neck support is also
designed to turn a person face up,
but the turning action is not as
pronounced; used in calm, inland
waters or where quick rescue is
likely.
Flotation Aid (Type III) – vest is
(F
. 1.5.3)
IG
designed so conscious wearers
can turn face up; often designed
for comfort while engaged in
sports such as skiing.
Throwable Devices (Type IV) –
(F
. 1.5.4)
IG
horseshoe buoys, ring buoys and
buoyant cushions are designed to
be grasped, not worn.
Special-Use Devices (Type V) –
(F
. 1.5.5)
IG
sailboat harnesses, white-water
vests, float coats, and hybrid
vests which have minimum
inherent buoyancy and an
inflatable chamber.
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52 Sundancer
(525 Sundancer
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1 • S
ECTION
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)
AFETY
Before purchasing PFDs, ensure that there is an
attached tag indicating they are approved by the
U.S. Coast Guard or by your national boating law
enforcement agency.
Children and nonswimmers must wear PFDs
at all times when aboard. All passengers and
crew should wear them. A loose PFD is often
useless in an emergency.
The operator is responsible for instructing everyone
aboard on the location and use of PFDs.
Size PFDs for the wearer. Children require special
attention in the use of PFDs.
Test PFD buoyancy at least once a year.
6. A
R
DDITIONAL
ECOMMENDED
E
QUIPMENT FOR
In addition to legally mandated equipment, the
following items are necessary for safe boating,
especially if your boat is out of sight of land.
•
First aid kit
•
Visual distress signals for day and night use
(required in some areas; consult local
regulations)
•
Charts of your intended cruising area
•
Compass
•
GPS or Loran position locating devices
•
Marine VHF radio with weather channels
•
Emergency position-indicating radio beacon
(EPIRB)
•
Manual bilge pump
•
Moisture repellant
•
Anchors, chain and line (The anchors must be
properly sized for your boat. Ask your dealer or
marine supply store for recommendations).
•
Mooring lines
•
Fenders
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PERATION
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