FISA: The World Rowing Federation
“The World Rowing Federation, FISA (from the French, Fédération Internationale des Sociétés d’Aviron) is the governing body of the sport of rowing. It is empowered by its 142 member National Rowing Federations, the National Olympic Committees and the International Olympic Committee to govern the sport of rowing.
“FISA sets the rules and regulations for the practice of the sport, in all its forms including elite, para-rowing, coastal, masters and aspects of indoor rowing. FISA oversees sanctioned World Rowing events and provides advice and expertise for the organisation of rowing regattas. The Federation also works on coaching education and other matters relating to the sport and its development.” from the FISA website
http://www.worldrowing.com/fisa/
thé “Fédération Internationale des Sociétés d’Aviron” safety guidance is part of its rules book for regattas http://www.worldrowing.com/fisa
there is also a pdf document identified on the USRowing website: http://www.usrowing.org/Safety/FISASafetyGuide.aspx
USRowing
“USRowing is the national governing body for the sport of rowing in the United States. It serves to promote the sport on all levels of competition, including the selection and training of those who represent the US at international level.” from Wikipedia
Homepage:
http://www.usrowing.org/index.aspx
Safety Feature on PFDs (July 2013): http://www.usrowing.org/safety/safetyfeatures/13-07-01/July_Safety_Feature_PFDs_and_Rowing.aspx
Safety Guidelines: http://www.usrowing.org/Safety/SafetyGuidelines.aspx