- If it’s too big, the life jacket will ride up around your face.
- If it’s too small, it will not be able to keep your body afloat.
- Life jackets designed for adults will not work for children!
Whether your an adult or a child, a lifejacket is a vital piece of safety equipment that could save your life.

How to choose the right lifejacket for rock fishing
Lifejacket safety standards
- For an adult, must meet Australian Standard AS 4758 level 50S or greater.
- For a child (under 12 years of age), must be level 100 Australian Standard AS 4758 or greater.
- Must be the correct size for the wearer.
- Must be in good condition.
- If the lifejacket is inflatable it must not rely solely on oral inflation for buoyancy and must be serviced every 12 months. A longer service period might apply if specified by the manufacture
