TOP TIPS - LIFEJACKET TEST - HOW TO FIT A LIFE JACKET CORRECTLY - with the RNLI

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Hannah Cockle visits the RNLI Sea Survival Centre in Poole to test what happens if you fit a lifejacket incorrectly.
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[@PhilbyFavourites]

That is genius to show what happens with the incorrectly fitted lifejacket 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Truly a clip paints a thousand words 👍🏻👏👏

[@MuddyBob650]

I never realized just how important the crotch straps on a PFD really are. Yeah they might not be super comfortable or look kind of silly. But it keeps the jacket from riding up. Keeping your head above water is the most important aspect of staying alive! Great video and very informative. Thanks 👍