FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS
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The U.S. Coast Guard requires one wearable PFD for each person aboard, of appropriate size for the person intended.
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At least one Type IV PFD (throwable device) must be kept on board any vessel of 16 feet or longer.
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Flotation devices that are ripped or otherwise in poor condition are not considered approved.
Make sure there is a properly fitting PFD onboard for each passenger.
