Resources

on-water visibility
5 minutes

Which Life Jacket and PFD Colours Are Most Visible?

Mustang Survival’s On-Water Visibility research examines which life jacket, PFD, and immersion suit colours are most easily detected in marine environments.

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How to fit your PLB or AIS
1 minute

How to fit your PLB or AIS

Fitting a PLB or AIS? This is your resource for all tested models compatible with our Atlas Life Jackets. 

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Don’t Take Chances: When and How to Service Your Life Jacket
2 minutes

Don’t Take Chances: When and How to Service Your Life Jacket

With the new season ahead, it’s time to start thinking about water safety, particularly your life jacket, an essential piece of lifesaving equipment.  Like anything exposed to the elements, life...

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PFD co2 cartridges
1 minute

Re-arming Your Inflatable Device

Your inflatable device must be armed with a Carbon Dioxide (CO2) cartridge installed into the inflator mechanism to operate. If the inflator or CO2 cartridge has been used, is expired,...

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Understanding PFD Approvals & Performance
2 minutes

Understanding PFD Approvals & Performance

A handy chart to show you the differences between life jackets, flotation devices, and flotation aids, including Transport Canada, USCG and European (ISO) levels.

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Understanding ISO Levels
2 minutes

Understanding ISO Levels

Here's what you need to know about the International Standard for Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs), outlining the various levels, intended uses, and the performance levels associated with each. 

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