PWC Insurance, Safety Equipment for Class A Recreational Vessels More on Personal Flotation Devices
Personal Flotation Devices or (PFDs) One approved Type I, II or III must be provided for each person on board or being towed on water skis etc. They must be USCG-approved, be in serviceable condition and be properly stored.
A Type V hybrid may substituted for any Type I, II, or III device, but must be worn whenever the vessel is underway and the person is not in the cabin or other enclosed area.
Class A: Every person on board under the age of 6 must wear an approved Type I, II, or III while the vessel is underway.
Personal Watercraft (PWC): Everyone on or operating a PWC must wear an approved Type I, II, III or V PFD. Inflatable PFDs are prohibited.
Water Skier: Every person skiing or aquaplaning must wear an approved Type I, II or III PFD. Inflatable PFDs are prohibited.
