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Type IV
Type IV
the intended wearer
USCG certified personal flotation device.
Ensure that all those aboard are wearing a Personal Flotation Device
Ensure that all those aboard are wearing a Personal Flotation Device
They should be WEARING a Personal Flotation Device.
Children under 10 years of age
In the United States, boats that are 16 feet long or over must be equipped with one Type IV PFD (as classified by the United States Coast Guard) per boat. A Type IV PFD is a throwable floating device; whether the classic "lifebuoy" or "lifesaver" type round version, or the square cushion-like type that are placed on the seats of recreational craft.
the vessel being overtaken
The loss of flotation results in sinking. If a Naval officer PURPOSELY orders the sinking of his vessel to prevent enemy forces from using it, it is referred to as being scuttled.
is considered reckless operation of a vessel.