Life jackets and safety equipment

Question 1

In a vessel more than 4.8 metres long, when must a life jacket me worn in enclosed waters?

Answer 1

At night (between sunset and sunrise), or when alone on your boat (including in company of children aged 12 and under).

Question 2

In a vessel more than 4.8 metres long, what type of life jacket must be worn in enclosed waters?

Answer 2

50S or above.

Question 3

In a vessel up to 4.8 m long, when must a life jacket be worn in alpine waters?

Answer 3

At all times.

Question 4

In a vessel up to 4.8 m long, what type of life jacket must be worn in alpine waters?

Answer 4

Level 50S or above.

Question 5

In a vessel up to 4.8 m long, when must a life jacket be worn in open waters and crossing coastal bars?

Answer 5

At all times.

Question 6

In a vessel up to 4.8 m long, what type of life jacket must be worn in open waters and crossing coastal bars?

Answer 6

Level 100 or above. Level 50S for off the beach sailing boats.

Question 7

In a vessel over 4.8 meters long, when and what type life jacket must be worn?

Answer 7

Everyone must wear a level 100 or above when crossing coastal bars.