Educating the public about the importance of life jacket wear.
Life Jacket Essentials
Online Course
The Life Jacket Essentials course was developed for those wanting to learn more about proper life jacket selection, fitting, and maintenance.
The course is ideal for individuals working in aquatics environments, water safety professionals, and those engaging in water-related activites such as boating, paddleboarding, and swimming.
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Not all life jackets are created equal. This course will guide you through the process of selecting the right life jacket.
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It is important that the life jacket you have selected for your activity is the correct size and properly fitted.
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Learn how to verify a life jacket is U.S. Coast Gaurd approved; what activities it is approved for; and how it is intended to perform in the water.
Life Jacket Association
The Life Jacket Association is dedicated to promoting the interests of the water safety community by advancing the use and proper wear of life jackets through the development of technical standards, engagement with regulatory bodies and in governmental affairs, collaboration with industry and stakeholders, and by educating and communicating with the public on life jacket usage.