Personal Watercraft Insurance – Choosing a Life Jacket for a Child
Some Helpful Tips for Selecting a child’s Personal Flotation Devices (PDF):
- You will want to take into account the child’s swimming ability. Children who are not swimmers should wear a Type 2 child vest, which has greater buoyancy than a Type 3 PFD
- You will want to consider the child’s age and experience level around the water.
- Make sure to teach the child how to relax and float in the water wearing a PFD.
- Make sure to choose the right type of PFD for the activity.
- Always check to make sure that the size is appropriate for the child’s weight.
