46 C.F.R. § 122.508 Wearing of life jackets.
Title 46 - Shipping
(a) The master of a vessel shall require passengers to don life jackets when possible hazardous conditions exist, including, but not limited to: (1) When transiting hazardous bars and inlets; (2) During severe weather; (3) In event of flooding, fire, or other events that may possibly call for evacuation; and (4) When the vessel is being towed, except a non-self-propelled vessel under normal operating conditions. (b) The master or crew shall assist passengers in obtaining a life jacket and donning it, as necessary.
Title 46: Shipping
PART 122—OPERATIONS
Subpart E—Preparations for Emergencies
§ 122.508 Wearing of life jackets.
