What is TYPE I US Coast Guard Approval
TYPE I - Off-Shore Life Jacket: This jacket is best
for open, rough or remote water, where rescue may be slow coming. It
floats you the best and turns most unconscious wearers face-up in water.
Inflatable PFD's: These have two chambers, indicate when CO2
cylinder is empty, and inflate automatically when submerged.
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What is TYPE II US Coast Guard Approval
TYPE II - Near Shore Buoyant Vest: This jacket is
good for calm, inland water, or where there is a good chance of fast
rescue. It turns some unconscious wearers face-up in water. Inflatable
PFD's: These jackets inflate automatically when submerged, and are
suitable for many rough water uses.
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What is TYPE III US Coast Guard Approval
TYPE III - Flotation Aid:
This jacket is generally
the most comfortable type for continuous wear, and it's good for calm,
inland water, or where there is a good chance of fast rescue. It is
available in many styles, including vests and flotation jackets. Inflatable PFD's: These jackets will keep unconscious wearers face up
after inflation.
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What is TYPE IV US Coast Guard Approval
TYPE IV - Throwable Device:
This device is for
calm, inland water with heavy traffic, where help is always nearby. Some
can be used as a flotation cushion. This device can be thrown to someone.
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What is TYPE V US Coast Guard Approval
TYPE V - Special Use Devices: These devices are
only for special uses or conditions. They are made for specific
activities; see PFD label for limits of use. Varieties include
boardsailing vests, deck suits, pullover vests, work vests, some hybrid
PFD's, and others. SOME TYPE V PFD'S ARE APPROVED ONLY WHEN WORN.
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