Study to Determine the Need for a Standard Limiting the Horsepower of Recreational Boats.

摘要

A definition of a powering related accident is derived and presented in the form of a decision tree. The steps taken to collect a data base, and an explanation of the computer model designed to aid in organizing and analyzing the data are presented with the results of the analyses. An evaluation of the current standard's effectiveness in predicting powering related accidents is presented along with a list of possible alternative approaches to saving the lives of boaters involved in powering related accidents. Conclusions drawn from the data analysis are presented with recommended considerations for future studies. Results of the study indicate that there are a significant number of lives (over 100) lost each year because of powering related accidents.