Why do life jackets have a whistle?

When it comes down to your life, this simple, but essential Safety Tool is the primary instrument that brings aid to you and your loved ones in a disaster or life-threatening situation. 3-blasts from the whistle is an Internationally Recognized Distress Signal.

Do life jackets have whistles?

Every boater should have this whistle on every life jacket. Simple to use, effective and one of the most important safety features you can buy. Easy for even a small child to use.

Where do you put the whistle on a PFD?

Wearing a large whistle on a PFD gets in the way during re-entry rescues, and if you attach a whistle to the zipper pull on your PFD the whistle may catch on something and break the PFD zipper. So we recommend storing your whistle in a pocket on your PFD, and for that you want a small whistle.

What is a Coast Guard approved whistle?

It’s approved for life vests, immersion suits and life rafts, and complies with SOLAS/USCG. Whistle features both retainer clip and 36″ orange or black lanyard for secure attachment to the PFD. Keep with your PFDs so that any overboard situation is resolved easier by the victim being able to signal for help.

Can you drown with a life vest?

There are actually several reasons why persons wearing life jackets occasionally drown. A significant number of these drowning victims were paddlers, such as canoeists and kayakers.

Is life vest filled with air?

What is life jacket? Life jacket is a sleeveless jacket made up of buoyant or inflatable material used to keep human body afloat in water. Two popular types of life jackets used onboard are: Inflatable life jacket: This jacket needs inflation for buoyancy and is automatically inflated when immersed in water.

Does a life vest have to be Coast Guard approved?

Life jackets must be Coast Guard-approved, in serviceable condition and the appropriate size for the intended user. Obviously, they are most effective when worn. On a vessel underway, children under 13 must wear an appropriate Coast Guard-approved PFD, unless they are below decks or in an enclosed cabin.

Do I need a whistle for my boat?

Bells and Whistles –Any boat under 40 feet should have an efficient sound producing device such as a horn or whistle, and boats over 40 feet are required to carry a bell and whistle.

What makes a life jacket serviceable?

PFD is free of rips, tears, and holes in the fabric. Seams, straps, and buckles should are in good condition. PFD is free of mildew odor and waterlogging. The buoyant material is not showing any sign of shrinkage.

How do you add a whistle to a PDF?

Always point others away from dangers on the river, never towards them. When you place your whistle on your PFD make sure it is high enough to reach without bending your neck too much. Instead of using the cordage the whistle comes with, I like to place it on a big locking carabiner attached to my shoulder straps.