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46 CFR 160.176-11: -11 Performance.

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Title 46—Shipping
CHAPTER I—COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
SUBCHAPTER Q—EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, AND MATERIALS: SPECIFICATIONS AND APPROVAL
PART 160—LIFESAVING EQUIPMENT
Subpart 160.176—Inflatable Lifejackets

(a) General. Each inflatable lifejacket must be able to pass the tests in § 160.176-13 of this part.

(b) Snag Hazard. The lifejacket must not present a snag hazard when properly worn.

(c) Chamber Attachment. Each inflation chamber on or inside an inflatable lifejacket must not be able to be moved to a position that-

(1) Prevents full inflation; or

(2) Allows inflation in a location other than in its intended location.

(d) Comfort. The lifejacket must not cause significant discomfort to the wearer during and after inflation.

Collected 2026-08-27T02:26:22Z. Source file · JSON