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46 CFR §197.344

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An inflatable floatation device for SCUBA diving must—
  1. (a)Be capable of maintaining the diver at the surface in a faceup position;
  2. (b)Have a manually activated inflation device;
  3. (c)Have an oral inflation device;
  4. (d)Have an over-pressure relief device; and
  5. (e)Have a manually operated exhaust valve.