You don't have to - it's not a legal requirement. However - from a safety aspect - it's certainly recommended !
Everybody on a boat should wear a life jacket in case of an accident.
You should always wear your life jacket - if the boat tips over you might hit your head and be unconscious and a life jacket will keep you from sinking and drowning.
YES
12 & under must wear one
10 and up
always wear a life jacket
If you are on a boat it is absolutely vital for EVERYONE to wear a life jacket.
It is required by law for everyone on a boat to wear a life jacket age doesn't make a difference. There are people of all ages who can't swim and it protects you in case of accident.
first wear my life jacket and proced to my designated muster station
14 and below.
In Missouri, there is no specific age requirement for wearing a life jacket; however, children under the age of 7 are required by law to wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket while on boats that are less than 26 feet in length. It is strongly recommended for all individuals, regardless of age, to wear a life jacket while boating to ensure safety. Always check for the latest regulations and guidelines, as they can change.
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