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whenever underway
whenever underway
All the time
Whenever it is underway
Children under 16 are required to have a Coast Guard approved, properly fitted Personal Flotation Device (PFD) at all times while underway on recreational craft.
Passengers on a commercial vessel are not required to wear a US Coast Guard-approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD) while engaged in the indicated activity. However, it is important to check the specific regulations and requirements for different activities and locations, as they may vary.
Must wear a US Coast Guard approved PFD at all times.
Most states say if ur on a pwc u have to wear one can't speak for all states but most if boat then u have to have enough jackets for everyone on boat but don't have to wear them unless under a certain age depends on state
It is strongly advised that you wear a life jacket while wakeboarding though it is not required in some areas. Many more experienced riders wear non coast guard approved vest. These vest still provide some flotation but not as much as a normal coast guard approved jacket. They are wore to allow the rider more flexibility.
children under the age of seven years old
The U.S. Coast Guard Tartan, though normally worn by pipe band members claiming affiliation with the U.S. Coast Guard, may be worn with the CG Dinner Dress uniforms, CG Service Dress Blue uniform, and the Tropical Blue uniform. as per COMDTINST M1020.6G
It depends on the size of the boat and its capacity.