Well I do not know what happened to my earlier response. But here goes
again. This is a great start for a new discussion. Please keep the
postings coming, agree or disagree, it is all helpful input. If all the
boaters and PWC operators had similar attitutdes there would be no
reason for what I suggest. Regretably, the vast majority are not as
repsonsible as the posters I have read today. Perhaps some thought can
be given to the issue of comparing the current boating practices and
building to that of the automobile. I would no more think of driving a
car today without vrious build it safety devices. Are all injuries and
death prevented. Nope, won't happen, but there has been a percitious
drop in major lifem altering disfiguring injury and death...even when
alchol is involved. Simply because one is drinking, does not mean they
waive a right to be as safe as possible. Simply because a person is on
a boat and gets in the water does not mean they need to be penalized
with the loss of life and /or limb. In any event, good discussion.
Looking forward to more input.Keep safe out there!

RT