under 13
under 13
Children under the age of 13 are required to wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device (PFD) while underway in an open vessel on federally controlled waters. This regulation is in place to enhance safety and reduce the risk of drowning in the event of an accident or capsize. The PFD must be properly fitted and readily accessible for the child during the entire voyage.
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.
whenever 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.
whenever underway
when on board a ski boat that is underway
Whenever it is underway
None. A vessel underway under normal conditions does not need to make any sound signal.If the vessel ceases to make way it still does not make a sound signal unless special circumstances apply.
None. A vessel underway under normal conditions does not need to make any sound signal.If the vessel ceases to make way it still does not make a sound signal unless special circumstances apply.
They should be WEARING a Personal Flotation Device.
a PFD