USCG Exam Practice · PFD types and stowage requirements
Under 46 CFR §25.25-15, what is the minimum total area of Type I retroreflective material required on a wearable PFD, and how must it be distributed?
- AAt least 200 sq. cm on the front and at least 200 sq. cm on the back, divided equally between the upper quadrants of each side near the shoulder area✓ correct
- BAt least 200 sq. cm total, placed anywhere on the front of the device
- CAt least 100 sq. cm on the front and 100 sq. cm on the back, placed at the waist level
- DAt least 400 sq. cm total, concentrated on the front of the device
Why A is correct
46 CFR §25.25-15(b) specifies at least 200 sq. cm on the front side and at least 200 sq. cm on the back side. The material on each side must be divided equally between the upper quadrants and attached as closely as possible to the shoulder area.
Cited:46 CFR §25.25-15
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