The ideal life-jacket will depend on the child’s weight and specific fit requirements. We’re happy to offer some guidelines and recommended options:
Safety guidelines
- For U.S. standards: How to Choose the Right Life Jacket (PDF)
- For Europe/Greece: Look for a life-jacket certified to ISO 12402-4 (performance level 100) for children/infants.
- Fit is important: The jacket should match the child’s weight range, fit snugly, be zipped and buckled, and include an underneath strap if required.
Recommended options
This article provides several excellent models and links for purchase:https://themarinemag.com/best-life-jacket-for-kids/.