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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 |
§ 175.13 - Definitions.
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§ 175.13 Definitions.
As used in this subpart:
Personal flotation device or PFD means a device that is approved by the Commandant under 46 CFR part 160.
Throwable PFD means a PFD that is intended to be thrown to a person in the water. A PFD marked as Type IV or Type V with Type IV performance is considered a throwable PFD. Unless specifically marked otherwise, a wearable PFD is not a throwable PFD.
Wearable PFD means a PFD that is intended to be worn or otherwise attached to the body. A PFD marked as Type I, Type II, Type III, or Type V with Type (I, II or III) performance is considered a wearable PFD.
[USCG-2013-0263, 79 FR 56499, Sept. 22, 2014]