product label with information about the intended use of the device, size of person it will fit, any special care instructions, and how to properly wear it. It'll also say whether the PFD is U.S. Coast Guard approved.
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If a PFD is not labeled then...
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the PFD is not approved and should NOT be used.
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What is considered an illegal activity and can possibly result in fatalities?
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When a PFD is used beyond the intended use described on label.
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A U.S. Coast Guard approval means what for/of the PFD?
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The PFD meets certain standards of buoyancy and construction.
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You are required by the U.S. Coast Guard to have...
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A wearable PFD for every person on boat and it has to be the right size. (This is the most important of the regulations.)
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You are required by the U.S. Coast Guard to have what if your boat is longer than 16 ft?
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At least one Type 4, throw-able PFD, on board.
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You are required by the U.S. Coast Guard to know that if your PFD is in an unfit condition, then...
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The PFD is NOT considered approved.
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When buying a PFD for a child or infant always check if it...
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Has the right weight range, size for the infant, and lifejackets for infants/small children (less than 50 pounds) should have a crotch strap and a large float collar.
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The law requires what of all children under the age of 13?
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The children must wear a life jacket on a moving boat. (The only exceptions being is the child is below deck, in an enclosed cabin, or if the boat is not underway.)
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You need a PFD if...
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You are operating or riding on a personal watercraft and/or if you are being towed behind a vessel (example: waterskiing).
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Inflatable PFDs are NOT approved for use be wearers under ... years of age and aren't approved for high-impact activities like waterskiing or operating a PWC.
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16
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A properly fitted PFD will not ride higher than ............. of the wearer and should be comfortable.
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the ears or mouth
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Inflatable PFDs are a comfortable lifejacket option that come in Types I, II, III, and V. The only type of PFD that's not in inflatable form is.... and inflatable PFDs are not authorized for use by those under 16 years of age or for persons who cannot swim.
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Type IV, or the throwable type.
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