Kent Type 1 Collar Style Life Jacket - Child

The Kent Type 1 Collar Style Life Jacket for children is a yoke-design personal flotation device engineered to provide rapid flotation assistance in emergency water situations. Built with a minimum of 11 pounds of buoyancy, this child life jacket is designed to extend survival in rough waters where rescue may be delayed, automatically turning an unconscious wearer to a vertical or slightly backward position for optimal airway protection and breathing security.

This collar-style flotation device features bright orange fabric paired with SOLAS-grade reflective material for maximum visibility in low-light conditions and fog—critical for faster rescue location. The adjustable strap system ensures a snug, secure fit across different child sizes, while the reversible design provides flexibility in wear preference. A built-in attachment loop accommodates a safety light, adding another layer of visibility for nighttime boating or offshore conditions. At just 0.5 pounds, the Kent Type 1 offers minimal bulk without compromising flotation performance, making it practical for extended wear during extended fishing trips or water activities.

This life jacket is ideal for children on recreational fishing boats, family boating expeditions, and coastal or offshore environments where safety regulations require Type I certification. Parents and boating captains managing young passengers choose collar-style flotation devices for their rapid activation and proven effectiveness in emergency scenarios. Kent Sporting Goods designs this model to meet rigorous U.S. Coast Guard Type I specifications, ensuring compliance with federal boating safety standards and providing dependable protection when it matters most.

Type I life jackets represent the highest-flotation category available to recreational boaters and are specifically recommended for offshore voyages, rough waters, or situations where rescue may be slow. The Kent Type 1 Collar Style for children delivers that same level of assurance in a design sized and weighted for young boaters, combining proven flotation performance with practical safety features that prioritize visibility and rapid head positioning in the water.