Lifejackets are the most important piece of safety equipment on any recreational vessel.Always wear a life jacket and insist that your crew and guests do the same.An approved lifejacket must be carried for each person on board most vessels. It must be the correct size for the wearer, in good condition and, if an inflatable lifejacket, properly serviced. Penalties may apply to the owners and masters of vessels found not carrying lifejackets, or if there are not enough lifejackets for everyone on board. Penalties may also apply if occupants are not wearing lifejackets when they are required to do so.More importantly, if you are not wearing your lifejacket, it cannot save your life.