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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: May 6, 2024) |
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Title 33 - Navigation and Navigable Waters |
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Chapter I - Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security |
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SubChapter S - Boating Safety |
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Part 175 - Equipment Requirements |
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Subpart B - Personal Flotation Devices |
§ 175.21 - Condition; size and fit; approval marking.
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§ 175.21 Condition; size and fit; approval marking.
No person may use a recreational boat unless each PFD required by § 175.15 is -
(a) In serviceable condition as provided in § 175.23;
(b) Of an appropriate size and fit for the intended wearer, as marked on the approval label; and
(c) Legibly marked with its approval number, as specified in 46 CFR part 160.
[CGD 81-023, 55 FR 32034, Aug. 6, 1990, as amended by CGD93-055, 61 FR 13926, Mar. 28, 1996; USCG-2013-0263, 79 FR 56499, Sept. 22, 2014]