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Section 1
Life Saving Equipment
Federal law requires at least one Type I, II,
III, or V Personal Flotation Device (PFD), of
the proper size, for each person on board or
being towed, and at least one Type IV
throwable PFD in the boat.
There are four types of PFDs to wear and one
type used for throwing in emergency
situations.
Type I Life Preserver: Most buoyant PFDs
are effective on all waters, especially open,
rough water.
Type II Buoyant Vest: Good for calm
water near shore on most inland waters
where quick rescue is likely.
Type III Flotation Aid: Good for most
inland water applications where quick rescue
is likely. Comes in various styles and some are
designed for water sport activities.
Type V Hybrid PFD: Inflatable design for
special use activities and may be used instead
of a Type I, II, or III PFD if used in
accordance with the approval conditions on
the label and if worn when the boat is
underway. Some Type V PFDs provide
increased protection against hypothermia.
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A Type V PFD must be worn to be
counted toward the minimum carriage
requirements.
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Special PFDs are available for skiing
and other water sports. These PFDs
are constructed with materials suitable
for high impact falls.
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NOTICE
Type I
Life Preservers
Type II
Buoyant Vests
Type III
Flotation Aids
Type V - Hybrid PFD
Must Be Worn
When Underway
Correct Craft, Inc.
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