What is a buoyancy aid?
A buoyancy aid is a garment or device with an inherently buoyant material that helps the wearer to remain afloat when in the water. What is a lifejacket? A lifejacket is a garment or a device that, when used in the water, will provide a specific amount of buoyancy so as to position and maintain an incapacitated wearer with his airways clear of the water, and increase the likelihood of his rescue. What is the difference between a buoyancy aid and a lifejacket?There is much confusion on what is the difference between a buoyancy aid and a lifejacket. What you should keep in mind are the following: Buoyancy aids are intended to help you stay on the surface. On its own and without your contribution, it will not help you under all circumstances. Lifejackets, if properly worn and in good condition, keep your airways clear of water, even if you are unconscious. Lifejackets can provide either 100 or 150 Newtons of buoyancy, your choice should be based on what kind of seas you intend to travel.
