Child PFD requirements Some states require that children wear PFDs applies to children of specific ages applies to certain sizes of boats applies to specific boating operations Check with your state boating safety officials. Child PFD approvals are based on the child's weight. During white water boating activities. Check with your state boating safety officials. Federal law does not require PFDs on racing shells, rowing sculls and racing kayaks.
State laws vary.
Check with your state boating safety officials. If you are boating in an area under the jurisdiction of the Army Corps of Engineers, or a federal, state, or local park authority, other rules may apply. Remember, PFDs will keep you from sinking, but not necessarily from drowning Select a properly sized PFD to insure a safe and proper fit. Test your PFD by wearing it in shallow water or guarded swimming pool to see how it will float you. In addition, a wearable PFD is required for each person on board.