The difference is simply that a buoyancy vest (a waistcoat with foam on the inside) will help keep you afloat but only a life jacket will keep your head above water if you fall unconscious. This critical point of difference was highlighted in a tragedy in Scotland earlier this year when a man and three… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Kayak
Choosing A Personal Flotation Device (PFD LifeJacket)
A personal flotation device (PFD) provides buoyancy to help you to float with your head above the water. There are three different Australian Standards for PFDS according to the level of protection afforded to the wearer. A brief description of each type is set out below to help you select the type which is suitable… Continue Reading
Wiggles singer, Greg Page, talks of his love for EVIE – a Wear It Australia exclusive interview
Bill Edgar Greg Page Greg Page might look good in his trademark yellow skivvie but he looks even better in a black rashie. Greg partnered with EVIE (Emergency Vest Inflatable Equipment) creator Bill Edgar twelve months ago to promote wearing the EVIE inflatable rashie – not just to children but also their parents and anyone who… Continue Reading
Boating safety equipment saves kayaker!
EPIRB – Where & Who You Are. A Sydney kayaker who was rescued on Wednesday 11 January 2012 clinging to his kayak in rough seas off Cronulla Australia, almost certainly saved his life by ensuring he was wearing and carrying the appropriate safety gear, NSW Maritime Acting General Manager Maritime Operations Trevor Williams said. Mr Williams… Continue Reading
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