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USCG Exam Practice · PFD types and stowage requirements

Under 33 CFR, which PFD types are classified as wearable PFDs?

  1. AType I, II, III, and Type V with Type I, II, or III performance✓ correct
  2. BType I, II, III, and Type IV
  3. CType IV and Type V with Type IV performance
  4. DType I and Type II only

Why A is correct

33 CFR §175.13 defines a wearable PFD as one marked Type I, II, III, or Type V with Type I, II, or III performance. Type IV and Type V with Type IV performance are classified as throwable PFDs.

Cited:33 CFR §175.13

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