Personal flotation devices (PFDs)
Using a personal flotation device (PFD) helps reduce the risk for workers who fall into water or who have to evacuate their vessel in an emergency. Employers are responsible for providing approved PFDs or lifejackets for workers where required.
For information on choosing and safely using personal flotation devices, see the following resources.
Resources
Turning the Tide: PFDs in the Fishing Industry
In this video, we hear the story of two commercial fishermen whose boat capsized while fishing, one sport fisherman who fell overboard while guiding guests at sea, and a young commercial fisherman who...
2021-04-22 20:42:04