Match the Best Jacket to Your ActivityLife jackets are classified into three different types, select the jacket best suited for the type of activity and water conditions you will encounter.
Type I - Offshore Life Jacket Best for: extended survival in rough seas, open ocean, or remote water where quick rescue is unlikely Advantages: designed to turn an unconscious person face up; lots of buoyancy Disadvantages: bulky, not comfortable for extended wear Type II - Near Shore Buoyant Vest Best for: calm, inland water and most general boating activities where there is a good chance of a quick rescue Advantages: many turn an unconscious person face up; less bulky than Type I Disadvantages: will not turn all unconscious persons face up; not intended for extended support in rough seas Type III - Flotation Aid (Personal Floatation Device) Best for: calm, inland waters only Advantages: most comfortable and lightweight; easy to wear for extended periods of time Disadvantages: most not designed to turn an unconscious person face up; not suited for rough waters or open seas Life Jackets - For KidsFor kids it is just as important to wear a life jacket on or near the water as it is for you to wear a seat belt in the car. Children often panic when they fall into the water. While a life jacket is designed to keep your child afloat in the water and give them the extra time. Time that can mean the difference between life and death. Time for rescue services to reach them.
Therefore choosing the right life jacket for your kid is very important.
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