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Safety equipmentQuestion 157 of 566

What should you do in a pool or shallow water with a new lifejacket under supervision?

  1. Dive to the bottom to test the straps
  2. Swim as fast as you can for 10 minutes
  3. Wear it only over a wet suit
  4. Float calmly with your head tilted back and check that your face stays up
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Correct answer: Float calmly with your head tilted back and check that your face stays up

If your face does not stay up, you may need a different size or a model with more buoyancy.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), Lifejackets and PFDs, page 23

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026