On first perusal of the table, it seems to say that only helicopters from performance class A and B will require floats, all others will just require scale H
Scale H
(i) Subject to sub-paragraph (ii), for each person on board, a lifejacket equipped with a
whistle and waterproof torch.
(ii) Lifejackets constructed and carried solely for use by children under three years of age
need not be equipped with a whistle.
However, a good time to confess that I don't know to what performance class private heli's are flying!
If you want to make a point to the CAA you had better do it quick...Replies by the end of Jan!