Is this life vest coast guard approved?
34432
No, Tara I don't believe it is. I know that my grandson who is 6 wears this and did very well with it as it is not tight around the armpits and doesn't rub him either. He would wear it with no arguing at all. I had looked at some that were coast guard approved, but when I looked at them I knew he wouldn't wear it because he did have one similar and it rubbed him under his armpits and had a rash from it. So I did go with this one and it worked fine. However, we never went out boating , only used it in an underground pool at home and at swim lessons. Jumped off the diving board etc with it and was fine. I jope this helps.
34433
No - this is a swim vest, not a life vest. Great for helping a child learn to swim and gain confidence, but should not substitute for a life vest at all.
34434
Although this vest has been great for our 4 year old (now 5) I have no information that indicates that it is Coast Guard approved.
34435
No, Tara I don't believe it is. I know that my grandson who is 6 wears this and did very well with it as it is not tight around the armpits and doesn't rub him either. He would wear it with no arguing at all. I had looked at some that were coast guard approved, but when I looked at them I knew he wouldn't wear it because he did have one similar and it rubbed him under his armpits and had a rash from it. So I did go with this one and it worked fine. However, we never went out boating , only used it in an underground pool at home and at swim lessons. Jumped off the diving board etc with it and was fine. I jope this helps. No, Tara I don't believe it is. I know that my grandson who is 6 wears this and did very well with it as it is not tight around the armpits and doesn't rub him either. He would wear it with no arguing at all. I had looked at some that were coast guard approved, but when I looked at them I knew he wouldn't wear it because he did have one similar and it rubbed him under his armpits and had a rash from it. So I did go with this one and it worked fine. However, we never went out boating , only used it in an underground pool at home and at swim lessons. Jumped off the diving board etc with it... » Read More No, Tara I don't believe it is. I know that my grandson who is 6 wears this and did very well with it as it is not tight around the armpits and doesn't rub him either. He would wear it with no arguing at all. I had looked at some that were coast guard approved, but when I looked at them I knew he wouldn't wear it because he did have one similar and it rubbed him under his armpits and had a rash from it. So I did go with this one and it worked fine. However, we never went out boating , only used it in an underground pool at home and at swim lessons. Jumped off the diving board etc with it and was fine. I jope this helps. « Show Less
235005
Yes it is DOT approved and it is hydrostatically stamped and dated.It also recommends that you re-test within 5 years of the date stamp.
2256804
I really don't know if it is FDA approved. But my grandma ask her nurse if this pulse oximeter was good one, the nurse said that is a very good better that the ones some nurses use. Grandma also took the little machine to her doctor & he said almost the same.
390797
This website: http://www.stearnsflotation.com/Puddle-Jumperreg-Deluxe-Kids-Life-Jacket-Elephant-P56.aspx#.U4P57mFOXIU states "Each Puddle Jumper® PFD is US Coast Guard-approved when worn on boats and can be used as a learn-to-swim aid." This website: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/cg5/cg5214/pfdselection.asp states the three types.
1649816
I think it does, at least according to this material: http://www.lifesavingwater.ca/testing.html
2040630
I'm sorry, but I don't have the answer to your question as I purchased this life jacket as a gift for my son-in-law. I can tell you that he uses it for kayaking/canoeing and he loves it because it doesn't get in the way when he is paddling.
1130785
In a word, yes. What you need to determine is how you will use any vest. Probably not the best for ocean going.
145109
Yes this is a personal floatation device / vest. It is really well made, I love mine.
750613
It is the type that you have to wear on board if it is to be recognized by the US Coastguard. I believe a 3?
2040629
There is another one by Onyx that just goes around the waist and it DOES say it's USCG approved.....
566689
Sisy and I have been using this vest since April 11, Sisy had no problem with the vest (she has never tried to get out of it) It is well made and displays her Certification picture ID in Plain sight on her back. I also ordered The information cards, With this vest I have only had to give out 1 card so far which solved the problem with that uninformed person. I am happy with it. Enjoy your trip and good luck. Chuck
135536
no it's not. It's just a simple vest, but works well when kayaking. I bought 2 one for me and one for the wife . Nice vest for the price.
172095
Nope! This is not a tactical vest. It is made from lightweight dry-fit material.
1313546
My 15 month old is about that size and it fits great. It's a nice life jacket and appears safe and reliable.
29226
It is sized for adults. However, it is not an approved life saving device. If you can't swim at all I think you'd be better off with a life vest.
1494768
See the handle hanging (lowest item in the photo) that is attached by a line to a small cylinder of air. You have to pull that handle to set off the air that inflates the vest. It is category III lifevest:" Good for calm, inland waters, or where there is a good chance for fast rescue." I was a little disappointed that the makers of these vests are not required to state that in their advertisements. I bought mine for offshore kayaking, and I really should have purchased a more expensive model. If you are doing any river rafting I would recommend something that does not require manual inflation. If you accidentally bump your head, you may be incapable of igniting this device. Good luck.
426674
I'm sorry, I don't know. Have you tried googling the life jacket to see if there's any further info on their website? They don't fit like coats, so don't go all the way from base of neck to top of tail if that helps.RegardsHeather