STEARNS Youth Boating Vest Type III PFD
A comfortable nylon and Crosstech flotation foam type III PFD for recreational use, this vest fits youth between 50 and 90 pounds.
FEATURES:
- Three Adjustable Belts
- Durable Crosstech Flotation Foam
- Acceptable for Recreational Use
- USCG Approved Type III PFD
- For Youth from 50 to 90 lbs
PFD stands for PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE
U.S. Coast Guard Regulations require you to have U.S. Coast Guard approved PFDs on your recreational boat. How many and what kind of PFDs you need depends on the number of people onboard, the size of your boat and the type of recreation you will be doing.
PFD classifications
Personal flotation devices are classified by location of use. Choose the right PFD for the location and type of recreation you plan to do.
- Type I is for offshore operations.
- Type II is for boating near shore.
- Type III is a buoyancy aide to be used where rescue situations may be imminent.
- Type IV is to be thrown to an individual needing immediate assistance.
- Type V is a specialty PFD for specific activities or consumers.
It`s recommended that children always wear a Type II PFD or higher,
even for onshore activities.
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Type: | III |
| Material: | Nylon, Crosstec Flotation Foam |
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