As Texans prepare for a weekend on the water, safety officials remind boaters to prioritize life jackets. A life jacket should be at the top of the packing list, along with water and sunscreen.
Life Jacket Laws in Texas
It is required by law to have properly fitted, Coast Guard-approved life jackets on a boat. Children under 13 years old must wear a life jacket at all times while a boat is moving. Adults are required to have a properly fitted life jacket that is easily accessible.
Life jackets should not be left in plastic bags, in locked or closed compartments, or buried under other items. Fit is also important. A life jacket should feel snug and secure. If it rises above a person’s chin or ears while in the water, it is too big.
Before heading out, boaters should take a few minutes to check that every passenger has the right life jacket and that each one is ready to use.
Original reporting: San Antonio, TX News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
