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Which of these is a wrong way to use a lifejacket or PFD?

  1. Dry it in open air
  2. Use it as a fender for your boat
  3. Store it in a dry, ventilated place
  4. Wash it with mild soap and water
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Correct answer: Use it as a fender for your boat

Sitting or kneeling on a PFD or using it as a fender damages it.

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

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026