Exposure to UV rays, among other things, can cause a PFD to wear out over time.
Exposure to UV rays, among other things, can cause a PFD to wear out over time.
The elements, sun, water, and age can cause a PFD to wear out over time.
Washing your PFD with soap and cold water could cause it to wear out.
Personal Flotation Devices can wear out due to exposure to sun or water. Hang the PFD on a hanger to drip dry after washing it out, to avoid mold. Avoid drying it in the sun or exposing it to the heat of a dryer. Periodically spray it with a UV protectants. PFDs do lose buoyancy over time, so test it periodically to be certain it will keep you afloat.
Every time the PFD is worn
A PFD takes some time to fit properly, especially in an emergency
Proper size and comfort. No PFD can help if you do not wear it.
US - on private waterways/lakes. Some states do not require PFDs at all. On USCG patrolled waters - it depends on the size of the boat, there is a foot length or displacement, over which passengers are not required to wear a PFD.
Every time the PFD is worn
Every time the PFD is worn
Every time the PFD is worn
Every time the PFD is worn