Life Jackets

Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB)
Standards Development Organisation:
Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB)
Working Program:
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Designation Number:
CAN/CGSB-65.7
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Domestic
Standard Development Activity:
New Edition
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Scope:

1.1 This standard applies to life jackets intended to be worn on the body to provide flotation in situations where a drowning hazard exists.

 

1.2 This standard does not apply to individuals weighing less than 9 kg.

 

1.3 This standard specifies the requirements for safety, construction, reliability, performance, sizing, marking, components and test methods.

 

1.4 The testing and evaluation of a product against this standard may require the use of materials and/or equipment that may be hazardous. This document does not purport to address all the safety aspects associated with its use. Anyone using this standard has the responsibility to consult the appropriate authorities and to establish appropriate health and safety practices in conjunction with any applicable regulatory requirements prior to its use.

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