When in an open area of a vessel that is underway

You are required to wear a specified lifejacket when in an open area of a vessel that is underway if you are an occupant of any of the following:

  • a power-driven vessel up to and including 4.8 m in length
  • an off-the-beach sailing yacht
  • a personal watercraft (PWC)
  • a canoe, kayak, raft or rowing boat
  • a stand-up paddleboard, kiteboard or sailboard when more than 400m from shore
  • pedal boat or fun boat
  • recreational tender.
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