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Why is a lifejacket stored on board not enough protection?

  1. It loses its colour in the sun
  2. The law bans storing it on board
  3. It cannot float until you wear it for an hour
  4. In rough or cold water, you may be unable to find it and put it on
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Correct answer: In rough or cold water, you may be unable to find it and put it on

Wind, waves, cold water and injury can make it very hard to put on a lifejacket in an emergency. Wear it all the time.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), Personal lifesaving appliances, page 18

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026