BOATsmart! USA Knowledge Base
Module 02 - Boating Equipment
Federal Regulations for Inflatable Lifejackets
- Inflatable lifejackets are only approved for use by persons 16 years of age or older.
- Inflatables must be worn at all times while onboard a boat (unless passengers are in an enclosed cabin and they must be readily available in this case).
- Inflatables are not approved for use on a personal watercraft (PWC) or for participants of towed sports.
- Inflatables must have a full cylinder and all status indicators on the inflator must be green.
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