5
Safety On Board
Refer to the USCG minimum equipment requirements
at the end of this chapter. It is meant to be a guide only.
Contact state and local agencies for additional equipment
requirements. Remember as the captain of your vessel you
are responsible for its safe operation.
TYPE II PDF
BUOYANT VEST
TYPE II-
Also known as
near-shore buoyant vest, it is
recommended for calm, inland
water where rescue time will
be minimal. It will turn some
unconscious people face-up in the
water but not as numerous as Type
I. They use the same buoyancy
minimum poundages as the type I PFD’s.
TYPE III-
Known as a
fl
otation
aid it is good for calm, inland
water or where there is a chance
for quick rescue. It is designed so
wearers can place themselves in a
face-up position in the water. The
wearer may have to tilt their head
back to avoid face-down positions.
Type III offer the same buoyancy minimum poundages
as the Type II. They are generally the most comfortable
for continuous wear. Float coats,
fi
shing vests, and vests
featuring designs for various sport activities are examples
of Type III.
TYPE IV-
Intended for calm,
inland water with heavy vessel
traf
fi
c, where help is constantly
present. It is designed to be thrown
into the water for someone to grab
on to and held until rescued. It is
not designed to be worn. Type
IV includes ring buoys, buoyant
cushions, and horseshoe buoys.
TYPE V-
Also known as a
special use device this is the least
bulky of all PFD’s. It contains
a small amount of inherent
buoyancy, and an inflatable
chamber. It is rated even to
a Type I, II, or III PFD (as
noted on the jacket label) when
in
fl
ated. Some Type V devices
provide signi
fi
ciant hypothermia protection. Varieties
include deck suits, work vests, board sailing vests and
Hybrid PFD’s. Remember that this Type V type PFD may
be carried instead of another PFD
only if used according
to the approval condition on the label.
Note:
A water skier or wakeboarder is considered on
board the vessel and a PFD is required for the purposes
of compliance with the PFD carriage requirements. It is
advisable and recommended for a skier or wakeboarder to
wear a PFD designed to withstand the impact of hitting the
water at a high speed. “Impact Class” marking on the label
refers to PDF strength, not personal protection. Some state
laws require a skier or wakeboarder to wear a PFD.
TYPE I-
Also known as an off-
shore jacket, it provides the most
buoyancy. It is a PFD for all
waters and is especially useful in
rough waters where rescue may
encompass additional time. It is
designed to turn most unconscious
users in the water to a true face-up
position. Type I PFD is available in adult & child sizes
Buoyancy minimum poundages are 15.5 adult, 11 medium
child, and 7 for small child and infants.
Summary of Contents for 38 EXPRESS
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Page 29: ...11 Safety On Board NAVIGATION LIGHT RULES ...
Page 50: ...9 Rules Of The Road ...
Page 51: ...10 Chapter 3 ...
Page 67: ...16 Chapter 4 TYPICAL MAIN DC PANEL METER SWITCH FUNCTIONS CO DC VOLTS ...
Page 109: ...58 Chapter 4 TYPICAL WASTE SYSTEM TOILET BOWL ASSEMBLY EARLIER MODELS ...
Page 142: ...14 Chapter 5 AFT FORWARD SIDEWAYS DIAGONALLY ROTATE TYPICAL JOYSTICK FUNCTIONS ...
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Page 275: ...15 Troubleshooting TYPICAL WINDLASS ...
Page 294: ...Technical Information 12 6 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL KOHLER GENERATOR W DIGITAL REMOTE WIRING ...
Page 295: ...Technical Information 12 7 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL DECK HARNESS 1 OF 2 ...
Page 296: ...Technical Information 12 8 38 TYPICAL DECK HARNESS 2 OF 2 ...
Page 297: ...Technical Information 12 9 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL SUMP MAIN DISTRIBUTION PANEL HARNESS ...
Page 298: ...Technical Information 12 10 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL SUMP DASH HARNESS ...
Page 299: ...Technical Information 12 11 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL SALON TV HARNESS ...
Page 300: ...Technical Information 12 12 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL STEREO HARNESS ...
Page 301: ...Technical Information 12 13 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL TRIM TAB SWITCH CIRCUITRY ...
Page 302: ...Technical Information 12 14 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL BATTERY SWITCH CIRCUITRY ...
Page 303: ...Technical Information 12 15 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL GFCI CIRCUITRY ...
Page 304: ...Technical Information 12 16 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL FIRE EXTINGUISHER GROUND CIRCUITRY ...
Page 305: ...Technical Information 12 17 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL TWIN VOLVO DIESEL ENGINE FIRE EXT SHUTDOWN ...
Page 306: ...Technical Information 12 18 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL BATTERY SWITCH CIRCUITRY ...
Page 307: ...Technical Information 12 19 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL FIREWALL WIRING ...
Page 308: ...Technical Information 12 20 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL WIPER CIRCUITRY OVERVIEW ...
Page 309: ...Technical Information 12 21 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL FUSION INSTALLATION ...
Page 310: ...Technical Information 12 22 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL FUSION SUB WOOFER INSTALLATION ...
Page 311: ...Technical Information 12 23 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL FUSION ZONES ...
Page 312: ...Technical Information 12 24 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL AIR CONDITIONING INSTALLATION ...
Page 313: ...Technical Information 12 25 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL HARDTOP INSTALLATION ...
Page 314: ...Technical Information 12 26 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL SUMP LAYOUT ...
Page 315: ...Technical Information 12 27 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL PLUMBING LAYOUT ...
Page 317: ...Technical Information 12 29 38 EXPRESS TYPICAL SLING LOCATIONS ...