Recently, I passed by the compound of St. Paul's university at P. Gil St., Ermita,
Manila. I saw a dirty worn Philippine national flag on display within said compound.
That indicates disrespect for said flag.
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U.S. Coast Guard's Boating Safety Division
http://www.uscgboating.org/

The U.S. Coast Guard's Boating Safety Division (CG-5422) is dedicated to reducing loss of life, injuries, and property damage that occur on U.S. waterways by improving the knowledge, skills, and abilities of recreational boaters.
Strategic Plan

Read about the Strategic Plan of the National Recreational Boating Safety Program.
Vision/Mission




USCG Boating Safety Division Facts, FAQs, and Org Chart

A list of frequently asked questions on a variety of safe boating topics. Discover what the Coast Guard does on an average day.
Partnerships



Learn and network with others interested in boating safety.

RESOURCES
Media and Marketing Materials

Members of the press, boating safety specialists and advocates, and the general public are invited to utilize any and all of the media and marketing materials in this section.

Photo Library

The U.S. Coast Guard has provided the Image Library as a resource tool for boating safety specialists, advocates and the general public.

Video Library

The U.S. Coast Guard has provided the Video Library as a resource tool for boating safety specialists, advocates and the general public.






LIFE JACKET WEAR / WEARING YOUR LIFE JACKET

Boaters enjoy the feel of sun and spray. So it’s tempting to boat without wearing a life jacket – especially on nice days. But modern life jackets are available in a wide variety of shapes, colors, and sizes. Many are thin and flexible. Some are built right into fishing vests or hunter coats. Others are inflatable — as compact as a scarf or fanny pack until they hit water, when they automatically fill with air.

There’s no excuse not to wear a life jacket on the water!

How to Choose the Right Life Jacket Brochure - PDF

Things to Know:

* Certain life jackets are designed to keep your head above water and help you remain in a position which permits proper breathing.

* To meet U.S. Coast Guard requirements, a boat must have a U.S. Coast Guard-approved Type I, II, III, or V life jacket for each person aboard. Boats 16 feet and over must have at least one Type IV throwable device as well.

* All states have regulations regarding life jacket wear by children.

* Adult-sized life jackets will not work for children. Special life jackets are available. To work correctly, a life jacket must be worn, fit snugly, and not allow the child’s chin or ears to slip through.

* Life jackets should be tested for wear and buoyancy at least once each year. Waterlogged, faded, or leaky jackets should be discarded.

* Life jackets must be properly stowed.

* A life jacket — especially a snug-fitting flotation coat or deck-suit style — can help you survive in cold water.

How Do Life Jackets Save Lives?

* When capsized in rough water.
* When sinking in unexpectedly heavy sea conditions.
* When thrown from the boat as a result of a collision.
* When injured by rocks or submerged objects.
* When unconscious from carbon monoxide fumes.
* When tossed into freezing water.
* When thrown off balance while fishing.
* When unable to swim because of heavy or waterlogged clothing.


All recreational boats must carry one wearable lifejacket (Type I, II, III or Type V lifejacket) for each person aboard. A Type V lifejacket provides performance of either a Type I, II, or III lifejacket (as marked on its label) and must be used according to the label requirements. Any boat 16ft and longer (except canoes and kayaks) must also carry one throwable lifejacket (Type IV lifejacket).

Lifejackets must be

* Coast Guard approved,
* in good and serviceable condition, and
* the appropriate size for the intended user.

Accessibility

* Wearable lifejackets must be readily accessible.
* You must be able to put them on in a reasonable amount of time in an emergency (vessel sinking, on fire, etc.).
* They should not be stowed in plastic bags, in locked or closed compartments or have other gear stowed on top of them.
* The best lifejacket is the one you will wear.
* Though not required, a lifejacket should be worn at all times when the vessel is underway. A wearable lifejacket can save your life, but only if you wear it.
* Throwable devices must be immediately available for use.

Inflatable Lifejackets

* Inflatable lifejackets may be more comfortable to wear.
* The best lifejacket is the one you will wear.
* Inflatable lifejackets require the user to pay careful attention to the condition of the device.
* Inflatable lifejackets must have a full cylinder and all status indicators on the inflator must be green, or the device is NOT serviceable, and does NOT satisfy the requirement to carry lifejackets.
* Coast Guard Approved Inflatable lifejacket's are authorized for use on recreational boats by person at least 16 years of age.

Child Lifejacket Requirements

Some states require that children wear lifejackets

* applies to children of specific ages
* applies to certain sizes of boats
* applies to specific boating operations

Check with your state boating safety officials.

Child lifejacket approvals are based on the child's weight. Check the "User Weight" on the label, or the approval statement that will read something like "Approved for use on recreational boats and uninspected commercial vessels not carrying passengers for hire, by persons weighing __ lbs". They can be marked "less than 30", "30 to 50", "less than 50", or "50 to 90".

Lifejacket requirements for certain boating activities under state laws

The Coast Guard recommends and many states require wearing lifejackets:

* For water skiing and other towed activities (use a lifejacket marked for water skiing).
* While operating personal watercraft (PWC) (use a lifejacket marked for water skiing or PWC use).
* During white water boating activities.
* While sailboarding (under Federal law, sailboards are not "boats").

Check with your state boating safety officials.

Federal law does not require lifejackets on racing shells, rowing sculls, racing canoes, and racing kayaks; state laws vary. Check with your state boating safety officials.

If you are boating in an area under the jurisdiction of the Army Corps of Engineers, or a federal, state, or local park authority, other rules may apply.

Lifejacket Flotation

There are three basic kinds of lifejacket flotation in the five types of lifejackets with the following characteristics:

Inherently Buoyant (primarily Foam)

* Adult, Youth, Child, and Infant sizes
* For swimmers & non-swimmers
* Wearable & throwable styles
* Some designed for water sports


Minimum Buoyancy
Wearable Size Type Inherent Buoyancy (Foam)
Adult I
II & III
V 22 lb.
15.5 lb.
15.5 to 22 lb.
Youth II & III
V 11 lb.
11 to 15.5 lb.
Child and Infant II 7 lb.
Throwable:
Cushion
Ring Buoy IV 20 lb.
16.5 & 32 lb.


Inflatable

* The most compact
* Sizes only for adults
* Only recommended for swimmers
* Wearable styles only
* Some with the best in-water performance


Minimum Buoyancy
Wearable Size Type Inherent Buoyancy
Adult I & II
III
V 34 lb.
22.5 lb.
22.5 to 34 lb.


Hybrid (Foam & Inflation)

* Reliable
* Adult, Youth, and Child sizes
* For swimmers & non-swimmers
* Wearable styles only
* Some designed for water sports

Minimum Buoyancy
Wearable Size Type Inherent Buoyancy Inflated Total Buoyancy
Adult II & III
V 10 lb
7.5 lb. 22 lb.
22 lb.
Youth II & III
V 9 lb
7.5 lb. 15 lb.
15 lb.
Child II 7 lb. 12 lb.

RESOURCES
Media and Marketing Materials

Members of the press, boating safety specialists and advocates, and the general public are invited to utilize any and all of the media and marketing materials in this section.

Photo Library

The U.S. Coast Guard has provided the Image Library as a resource tool for boating safety specialists, advocates and the general public.

Video Library

The U.S. Coast Guard has provided the Video Library as a resource tool for boating safety specialists, advocates and the general public.






ABOUT US

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phoneticise com web site
http://www.phoneticise.com/

This is an online utility that will phoneticise any text that you enter in the above box
What does that mean?

It means that you get a list of letters in the NATO phonetic alphabet (also known as the international radiotelephony spelling alphabet), and names of any other symbols/characters that aren't in that.
What can I use it for?

It is useful for spelling out words and phrases to people to prevent mis-spelling, especially over the phone.
Programming

There should be a programming library (in .NET) and possibly a web service (SOAP) available for you to use soon so you can integrate this into your own programs/websites
Take a look at my programming blog if you are interested in that kind of thing.
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http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm186598.htm
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FDA NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Oct. 14, 2009

Media Inquiries: Christopher Kelly, 301-796-4676, christopher.kelly@fda.hhs.gov
Consumer Inquiries: 888-INFO-FDA
New FDA Web Page Lists Disposal Instructions for Select Medicines

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today launched a Web page for consumers with information on how to dispose of certain drugs, including several high-potency opioids and other selected controlled substances. These medicines have the potential to be harmful, even deadly, in a single dose if taken by someone other than the intended person.

The FDA recommends that these medicines be disposed of by flushing down the sink or toilet. The goal is to keep them away from children and others who could be harmed by taking them accidentally.

Medicines not listed should be thrown away in the household trash after mixing them with some unpalatable substance, such as coffee grounds, and sealing them in a bag or other container. Another option is to dispose of them through drug take back programs, if federal and state law permit.

“The safe disposal of medicines from the home after they are no longer needed is an important concern for the FDA,” said Douglas Throckmorton, M.D., deputy center director of FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research.

All medicines listed have disposal instructions in their professional prescribing information; however, this information is targeted to health care professionals. The Web page provides clear instructions for consumers on whether a medicine should be flushed or disposed of in the trash.

Throckmorton also said, “The FDA is working with other groups to improve the use of several drug disposal methods, including drug take back programs. However, for some potent medicines that can cause harm or death if inadvertently taken by family members, the FDA currently recommends flushing them down the sink or toilet to immediately and permanently remove them from the home. Simple precautions like these can reduce the likelihood of accidental and potentially dangerous exposure to unused medicines.”

The FDA worked with the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) to develop the first consumer guidance for proper disposal of prescription drugs. The ONDCP federal guidelines were first issued in February 2007. The 2009 version of the federal guidelines is available at http://www.whitehousedrugpolicy.gov/publications/pdf/prescrip_disposal.pdf.

For more information:

Disposal by Flushing of Certain Unused Medicines: What You Should Know

Medicines Recommended for Disposal by Flushing

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