Comportements et croyances des amateurs d’activités nautiques et de plein air

Background Life jackets may prevent one in two drowning deaths, however, 85% of recreational boating-related drowning victims in the United States in 2012 did not wear a life jacket. This study explored behavioral factors and strategies to encourage consistent life jacket use among adult recreational boaters. Methods We conducted a qualitative study among boat owners who boat regularly, and explored factors associated with life jacket use by adults and child or adolescent passengers. Sixteen boaters participated in four focus groups. Results Most boaters reported inconsistent use of life jackets, using them only when conditions were poor. Each described episodes of unpredictable boating risk which occurred despite favorable conditions. Most required younger child passengers to wear a life jacket, but reported resistance among older children. Barriers to consistent life jacket use included discomfort and the belief that life jacket use indicated inexperience or poor swimming ability. Participants stated that laws requiring life jacket use would change behavior especially for children. The only demonstrated behavior change among group members was associated with use of inflatable life jacket devices. Conclusions Boating risk is inherently unpredictable; therefore interventions should focus on strategies for increasing consistent use of life jackets. Passage and enforcement of life jacket legislation for older children and adults is likely a promising approach for behavior change. Designing more comfortable, better-fitting, more appealing life jackets will be paramount to encouraging consistent use.

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Low life jacket use among adult recreational boaters: A qualitative study of risk perception and behavior factors

Quistberg

Bennett

Quan

et al. 2014

Accident Analysis & Prevention

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Facilitators and barriers of life jacket use for drowning prevention: Qualitative evidence synthesis

Cox

Bhaumik

Gupta

et al. 2022

Journal of Safety Research

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Life Jacket Usage and Effectiveness in Drowning Prevention

Laksham

2023

Preventive Medicine: Research &Amp; Reviews

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Drowning is a critical public health concern, ranking third among unintentional injury-related global deaths. Vulnerable groups, notably children and non-swimmers, are disproportionately affected, with low- and middle-income countries bearing the highest brunt. Life jackets are pivotal in preventing drowning, offering buoyancy and safety during water activities. This review evaluates life jackets’ effectiveness, examining usage, efficacy, influencing factors and technological advances. The findings show that life jackets significantly reduce drowning risks. However, the user behaviour, environmental factors and regulations influence their effectiveness. Targeted interventions and educational programmes are essential, addressing demographic disparities and promoting affordability, accessibility and cultural acceptance. The review confirms life jacket’s effectiveness in drowning prevention. However, their impact depends on various factors, necessitating tailored interventions and education programmes.

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Comportements et croyances des amateurs d’activités nautiques et de plein air

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Low life jacket use among adult recreational boaters: A qualitative study of risk perception and behavior factors

Low life jacket use among adult recreational boaters: A qualitative study of risk perception and behavior factors

Facilitators and barriers of life jacket use for drowning prevention: Qualitative evidence synthesis

Life Jacket Usage and Effectiveness in Drowning Prevention

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