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PFD Inspection and Maintenance

The best PFD is the one you wear. That’s why it’s so important to maintain your PFDs and inspect them regularly to ensure they are in good condition and working...

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Person donning a PFD
4 minutes

Understanding NEW Changes in PFD Regulations

Explore the new TC/USCG harmonized PFD standards, which replace traditional Type classifications with buoyancy-based certification. Understand how icons make it easier to identify appropriate uses and meet legal requirements for boaters. Choose...

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How to Choose a PFD or Life Jacket
7 minutes

How to Choose a PFD or Life Jacket

These are just two questions (of many) that regularly surface when kicking off conversations about getting marine enthusiasts into the best PFD or life jacket for their adventures.

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Which Life Jacket and PFD Colours Are Most Visible?
5 minutes

Which Life Jacket and PFD Colours Are Most Visible?

Mustang Survival’s On-Water Visibility research examines which life jacket, PFD, and immersion suit colours are most easily detected in marine environments.

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Understanding the Different Types of Inflatable PFDs
4 minutes

Understanding the Different Types of Inflatable PFDs

Not all PFDs serve the same purpose, yet many people grab whatever’s available without a second thought.

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Re-arming or Converting Your Inflatable PFD
1 minute

Re-arming or Converting Your Inflatable PFD

If your inflatable PFD's Carbon Dioxide (CO2) cartridge has been used during inflation, your PFD will need to be re-armed, meaning a new CO2 cartridge will need to be installed...

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