Regal 3300 Owner's Manual page 34

CHAPTER 1
Refer to the USCG minimum equipment requirements on Page
1-20. It is meant to be a guide only. Contact state and local agencies
for additional equipment requirements. Remember as the captain of
your vessel you are responsible for its safe operation.
TYPE II PDF
BUOYANT VEST
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• TYPE I- Also known as an offshore jacket,
it provides the most buoyancy. It is a PFD
for all waters and is especially useful in
rough waters where rescue may encompass
additional time. It is designed to turn most
unconscious users in the water to a face-up
position. Type I PFD is available in adult
and child sizes.
• TYPE II- Also known as near-shore
buoyant vest, it is recommended for calm,
inland water where rescue time will be
minimal. It will turn some unconscious
people face-up in the water but not as
numerous as Type I. They are available in
adult, medium child, along with infant and
small child sizes.
• TYPE III- Known as a flotation aid it is
good for calm, inland water or where there
is a chance for quick rescue. It is designed
so wearers can place themselves in a face-
up position in the water. The wearer may
have to tilt their head back to avoid turning
facedown in the water.
• TYPE IV- Intended for calm, inland
water with heavy vessel traffic, where help
is constantly present. It is designed to be
thrown into the water for someone to grab
on to and held until rescued. It should not
be worn. Type IV includes ring buoys,
buoyant cushions, and horseshoe buoys.
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