What is the difference between a buoyancy aid and a lifejacket?
There is much confusion on what is the difference between a buoyancy aid and a lifejacket. What you should keep in mind are the following: Buoyancy aids are intended to help you stay on the surface. On its own and without your contribution, it will not help you under all circumstances. Lifejackets, if properly worn and in good condition, keep your airways clear of water, even if you are unconscious. Lifejackets can provide either 100 or 150 Newtons of buoyancy, your choice should be based on what kind of seas you intend to travel. |
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50 N Buoyancy Aid
50 N Buoyancy Aid is intended for use by swimmers who are close to help in sheltered waters where a bulky device would impair the users's activity or create a dangerous situation. This is not a life a jacket and does not turn unconscious user face up. |
100 N Life Jacket
100 N Life Jacket is intended for use in relatively sheltered waters. Turn most unconscious users face up. |
150 N Life Jacket
150 N Life Jacket is intended for use offshore or when foul weather clothing is being used. Turns most unconscious users face up. |
275 N Life Jacket
275 N Life Jacket is intended for use offshore in extreme conditions when heavy protective clothing is being used. Turns most unconscious users face up. |
