Re: [Paddlewise] PFD Debate (was other things)

From: Sailboat Restorations, Inc. <sailboatrestorations_at_worldnet.att.net>
Date: Sat, 9 Sep 2000 17:32:07 -0400
>
>   If these laws are like DOT Regulations, local laws take precedent
providing
> that they are not less stringent than Federal.
>   Is that correct?

Exactly.

>   With respect to having PFD's "handy," "handy" would have to be within
> reach. This would exclude stowing PFD's in a closed hatch area?

I would certainly think so.  I've never had to confront that question.  My
PFD is always stored handily on my body (while paddling, that is).

Mark



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