AS 1512-1996

Specifies requirements for personal flotation devices with a high level of buoyancy designed to maintain the wearer in a safe floating position and intended for use aboard pleasure boats which may venture beyond sheltered waters, and in other situations where water conditions or injury may impede the wearer's ability to swim. Appendices include comparative test methods for the maintenance of a safe floating position.

This Standard specifies requirements for personal flotation devices intended to maintain the wearer in a safe floating position. It is applicable to devices intended for use aboard pleasure boats in waters where early rescue may be expected.NOTE: Marine authorities have regulations covering pleasure boating and related activities, including the type of PFDs which need to be worn or carried on board when using various waterways.

First published as AS Z27-1966.
Second edition 1968.
Third edition 1971.
Revised and redesignated AS 1512-1973.
Second edition 1979.
Third edition 1981.
Fourth edition 1983.
Fifth edition 1984.
Sixth edition 1988.
Seventh edition 1996.