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.
Ensure that all those aboard are wearing a Personal Flotation Device
Ensure that all those aboard are wearing a Personal Flotation Device
under 13
under 13
In Pennsylvania, any person on a vessel that is 20 feet or less in length must wear a life jacket while underway. This requirement applies to all individuals on board, regardless of age. Additionally, children under the age of 12 are specifically required to wear a life jacket while the vessel is underway, unless they are in an enclosed cabin. This regulation aims to enhance safety on the water.
When a storm hits while a vessel is underway, the operator should first assess the situation and determine the best course of action, which may include reducing speed and securing loose items on deck. It's important to communicate with the crew and ensure everyone is prepared for rough conditions. The operator should also consider altering the vessel's course to head into the waves or seek shelter if possible, prioritizing the safety of the crew and vessel. Regularly monitoring weather updates is crucial during this time.
Children 12 years old and under must wear an approved personal floatation device at all times while on board.
a PFD
They should be WEARING a Personal Flotation Device.
The operator of a PWC is legally required to wear a USCG-approved life jacket at all times while the vessel is in operation. This includes both personal watercraft being driven and those being towed on water skis or other similar devices.
Children under 7 years of age while underway on the open deck of any vessel must always wear a PFD. A PFD is a Personal Floatation Device. The PFD must be an approved type such as type I,II, or III