A PFD, or Personal Flotation Device, is typically required for various water activities to ensure safety. Regulations often mandate that PFDs be readily available and properly fitted for each person on board a vessel. Specific requirements can vary by location and type of activity, so it’s essential to check local laws and guidelines. Always prioritize safety by wearing a PFD when on or near water.
Must be in good, serviceable condition It is a legal requirement for a PFD to be in good, serviceable condition.PFDs must be properly sized for the intended wearer.
A legal requirement for a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) is that it must be U.S. Coast Guard-approved and suitable for the intended activity. Additionally, all vessels must have a certain number of PFDs on board, corresponding to the number of passengers. Children under a specific age often must wear a PFD at all times while on a boat. Always check local regulations, as requirements can vary by state and waterway.
In addition to the wearable personal flotation device (PFD) requirement for all vessels, any vessel 16 feet or longer must also have a throwable PFD on board. This throwable device, often referred to as a buoyant cushion or a ring buoy, is designed to be thrown to a person in the water, providing an additional means of flotation. It's important for safety regulations to ensure that all passengers can be assisted in an emergency.
They must WEAR a pfd
A type V (5) PFD is a Special use, or windsurfing PFD.
Every time the PFD is worn
offshore PFD
Type, I, II, or III PFD
Children under the age of 13 must wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device (PFD) while underway in an open vessel on federally controlled waters. This requirement is in place to enhance safety and reduce the risk of drowning. It's important for parents and guardians to ensure that the PFD fits properly and is suitable for the child's weight and size.
discard because they are unusable
Every time the PFD is worn
We do not know what you mean by "PFD", please do not use abbreviations. But the answer would be when the instructions for the "PFD" say it needs to be replaced.