Personal Watercraft
Personal Injury Statistics: Boating and Personal Watercraft
Boating and personal watercraft (Jet Skis and Sea Doos) accidents often occur due to negligence. They can result in serious and sometimes deadly injuries. There are many different types of water sport accidents, including accidents that occur during recreational activity, on a cruise ship, navy vessel, or via maritime work. Regardless of the type of boating accident involved, a boating accident lawyer specializing in personal injuries from boating and watersport accidents can help recover any damages lost as a result of the accident.
Boating Accidents at a Glance
*The Coast Guard received reports for a total of 6,419 recreational boating accidents in 2001. The casualty data for 2001 showed 681 fatalities and 4,274 injuries.
*Four hundred and ninety-eight (498) boaters drowned in 2001. Life jackets could have saved the lives of approximately 420 boaters who drowned. In 2001, approximately eight out of every 10 victims in fatal boating accidents were not wearing life jackets. Boaters continue to be at a greater risk of dying when involved in an accident during the fall and winter months than in the summer. Besides the colder weather and water, there are fewer boaters and patrol officers in the area to rescue boaters in distress. When waters are below 60 degrees Fahrenheit, hypothermia can set in quickly. Those who hunt and fish from boats, especially in colder weather, need to dress for possible immersion and wear their life jackets. Boaters in larger bodies of water should also take advantage of using available distress alerting and position indicating technologies to improve their chances of survival if a mishap occurs.
*Eighty-five (85) percent of fatalities occurred on boats less than 26 feet in length. Seventy-two (72) percent of those victims drowned. Specifically, 322 fatalities occurred on boats less than 16 feet in length and 254 occurred on boats 16 to less than 26 feet in length.
*Alcohol involvement in fatal accidents accounted for thirty-four (34) percent of all boating fatalities -- up eight (8) percent from 1999. A Coast Guard study estimates that boat operators with a blood alcohol concentration above .10 percent are estimated to be more than 10 times as likely to be killed in a boating accident than boat operators with zero blood alcohol concentration.
*Approximately eighty (80) percent of all boating fatalities occurred on boats where the operator had not completed a boating safety education course.
*Nearly 70 percent of all reported accidents involve operator controllable factors. The primary causes of accidents are operator inattention, careless/reckless operation, operator inexperience, operating at an unsafe speed, and no proper lookout.
*"Capsizings" and "Falls Overboard" accounted for 386 fatalities, nearly sixty (60) percent of all reported boating fatalities. Nine out of every 10 of those victims drowned . "Collision with Another Vessel" was the most reported type of accident . These accidents resulted in 1,366 injuries and accounted for nearly nine (9) million dollars in property damage.
*Twenty-six (26) children age 12 and under lost their lives while boating in 2001. One hundred and thirty-seven (137) boaters died in the 40-49 age group category -- the highest number reported for any age group.
*Three hundred and fifty-two (352) fatalities occurred with the use of open motorboats, just over half of all boating fatalities. One hundred and one (101) people lost their lives while using canoes/kayaks in 2001. Approximately ninety-three (93) percent of canoe/kayak deaths were caused by drowning. Fifty (50) fatalities occurred with the use of Personal Watercraft (PWC), the lowest number of PWC fatalities reported since 1993. Approximately eighty (80) percent of all reported injuries were associated with the use of open motorboats (46%) and PWC (34%). Lacerations were the most reported type of injury for open motorboats. For PWC, broken bones were the most often reported type of injury.
Data Provided by: U.S. Department of Transportation, United States Coast Guard
About the Author
Christopher M. Davis is the managing partner of Davis Law Group. He brings over 15 years of practical yet innovative experience to personal injury cases. He practices law in Seattle, WA. You can learn more about Mr. Davis at http://www.InjuryTrialLawyer.com or http://www.seattleaccidentnews.com.
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Sea-Doo Water Vehicles Shop Manual: 1997-2001 (Clymer Personal Watercraft)
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Personal Watercraft: Yamaha, 1987-1991 (Seloc Publications Marine Manuals)
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Classic Accessories Deluxe Personal Watercraft Cover
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DescriptionThe Classic Accessories heavy-duty deluxe PWC travel cover with an integrated trailering system uses built-in quick adjusting straps for an easy fit. You get all-weather protection for your PWC with our tough ProtekXTM Plus fabric that is UV and mildew resistant... |
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GRAY TRAILERABLE PWC PERSONAL WATERCRAFT COVER COVERS FITS 1-2 SEAT OR 104"-115" LENGTH WAVERUNNER, SEA DOO, JET SKI, POLARIS, YAMAHA, KAWASAKI COVERS
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Taylor Made Products Personal Watercraft Pickup Buoy
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Wolf 19141-95014; Medium Personal Watercraft Cover
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Coverite Universal PWC Small Personal Watercraft Cover $45.99 Coverite Jet Ski cover has reflective fabric to keep your watercraft coolerPersonal watercraft cover protects from harmful pollution and UV raysCover's 3-layer fabric is ideal for extremely wet or snowy climates |
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Coverite Medium Universal PWC Personal Watercraft Cover $50.99 Universal Jet Ski cover features a reflective fabric to keep your watercraft cooler Cover protects from harmful pollution and UV raysJet Ski gear protects against snowy and wet climates |
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Yamaha Personal Watercraft (Paperback) $26.59 SELOC Marine tune-up and repair manuals provide the most comprehensive, authoritative information available for outboard, inboard and stern-drive engines, as well as personal watercraft. SELOC has been the leading source of how-to information for the m... |
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UT16CL-ER Personal Watercraft Sealed Lead Acid Battery $95.5 UT16CL-ER Personal Watercraft Sealed Lead Acid Battery |
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Yamaha Personal Watercraft (Paperback) $55.42 SELOC Marine tune-up and repair manuals provide the most comprehensive, authoritative information available for outboard, inboard and stern-drive engines, as well as personal watercraft. SELOC has been the leading source of how-to information for the marine industry since 1974. Designed and written to serve the needs of the professional mechanic, do-it-yourself boat enthusiast, instructor and student, these manuals are based on actual teardowns done by Seloc`s editors/authors in our on-site facility. Every manual features: -Easy-to-follow, step-by-step, illustrated procedures -Hundreds of exploded drawings, photographs and tables -Troubleshooting sections -Accurate specifications and wiring diagrams Covers all engines and drive units, including transmissions. Includes carbureted and fuel injected engines. Over 1,000 illustrations. |
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Seloc's Polaris Personal Watercraft $29.21 This book is in New - Excellent condition |
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WAKE W1MB Medium Personal Watercraft Cover Blue $70.24 W1 by WAKE offer trailerable all season personal watercraft covers that will protect your investment season after season. The snug fitting system combined with the ultra rugged Durapel polyester canvas gives your personal watercraft lasting protection from water sun damage and dirt. All covers are water repellent breathable and contain mildew and UV inhibitors for a long maintenancefree life. Color: Blue. Size: Medium. Dimension: 106 115 . |
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WAKE W1MG Medium Personal Watercraft Cover Grey $70.24 W1 by WAKE offer trailerable all season personal watercraft covers that will protect your investment season after season. The snug fitting system combined with the ultra rugged Durapel polyester canvas gives your personal watercraft lasting protection from water sun damage and dirt. All covers are water repellent breathable and contain mildew and UV inhibitors for a long maintenancefree life. Color: Grey. Size: Medium. Dimension: 106 115 . |
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WAKE W1SB Small Personal Watercraft Cover Blue $61.63 W1 by WAKE offer trailerable all season personal watercraft covers that will protect your investment season after season. The snug fitting system combined with the ultra rugged Durapel polyester canvas gives your personal watercraft lasting protection from water sun damage and dirt. All covers are water repellent breathable and contain mildew and UV inhibitors for a long maintenancefree life. Color: Blue. Size: Small. Dimension: 96 105 . |
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WAKE W1SG Small Personal Watercraft Cover Grey $61.63 W1 by WAKE offer trailerable all season personal watercraft covers that will protect your investment season after season. The snug fitting system combined with the ultra rugged Durapel polyester canvas gives your personal watercraft lasting protection from water sun damage and dirt. All covers are water repellent breathable and contain mildew and UV inhibitors for a long maintenancefree life. Color: Grey. Size: Small. Dimension: 96 105 . |
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WAKE W1LB Large Personal Watercraft Cover Blue $78.94 W1 by WAKE offer trailerable all season personal watercraft covers that will protect your investment season after season. The snug fitting system combined with the ultra rugged Durapel polyester canvas gives your personal watercraft lasting protection from water sun damage and dirt. All covers are water repellent breathable and contain mildew and UV inhibitors for a long maintenancefree life. Color: Blue. Size: Large. Dimension: 116 135 . |
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WAKE W1LG Large Personal Watercraft Cover Grey $70.24 W1 by WAKE offer trailerable all season personal watercraft covers that will protect your investment season after season. The snug fitting system combined with the ultra rugged Durapel polyester canvas gives your personal watercraft lasting protection from water sun damage and dirt. All covers are water repellent breathable and contain mildew and UV inhibitors for a long maintenancefree life. Color: Grey. Size: Large. Dimension: 116 135 . |
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Classic WaveGear Deluxe Personal Watercraft Large Cover $64.95 This Deluxe Personal Watercraft Cover By Classic Accessories will maintain and protect your watercraft or jet ski from harmful elements such as rain, sun, dirt and pollutants. This heavy-duty Personal Watercraft Cover is just the thing to shield your jet ski from the damaging elements that can take years off its life! Ideal for storage and hauling. Integrated trailering design for protection on the road. Made of UV resistant ProtekX fabric. Zippered fuel tank access door on both sides. Rear air vents reduce moisture and wind lofting. Tension panels for added security when hauling on the highway. Quick adjusting side-release strap buckles. Built-in strap keepers to hold extra strap length after tightening. Deluxe Personal Watercraft Cover is an excellent low cost way to take care of your expensive toy! Features: UV Resistant ProtekX Extreme fabric for maximum protection against harmful elements such as sun, rain, dirt and pollutants. Rear air vents reduce inside moisture and wind lofting Handy zippered fuel tank access door on both sides Integrated storage bag Integrated trailering system with built-in quick adjusting straps Elastic cord hem for a fast, tight fit Tension panels tightly secure cover for highway travel Quick adjusting side-release strap buckles Built-in strap keepers secure excess strap after tightening Fits a watercraft more than 124" long IMPORTANT SHIPPING INFORMATION: UPS 2nd Day Air Service is NOT available. This item must be shipped via UPS Ground Service ONLY. Ground Service can only be delivered within the 48 continental United States. |
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Classic WaveGear Deluxe Personal Watercraft Medium Cover $64.95 This Deluxe Personal Watercraft Cover By Classic Accessories will maintain and protect your watercraft or jet ski from harmful elements such as rain, sun, dirt and pollutants. This heavy-duty Personal Watercraft Cover is just the thing to shield your jet ski from the damaging elements that can take years off its life! Ideal for storage and hauling. Integrated trailering design for protection on the road. Made of UV resistant ProtekX fabric. Zippered fuel tank access door on both sides. Rear air vents reduce moisture and wind lofting. Tension panels for added security when hauling on the highway. Quick adjusting side-release strap buckles. Built-in strap keepers to hold extra strap length after tightening. Deluxe Personal Watercraft Cover is an excellent low cost way to take care of your expensive toy! Features: UV Resistant ProtekX Extreme fabric for maximum protection against harmful elements such as sun, rain, dirt and pollutants. Rear air vents reduce inside moisture and wind lofting Handy zippered fuel tank access door on both sides Integrated storage bag Integrated trailering system with built-in quick adjusting straps Elastic cord hem for a fast, tight fit Tension panels tightly secure cover for highway travel Quick adjusting side-release strap buckles Built-in strap keepers secure excess strap after tightening Fits a watercraft up to 124" long IMPORTANT SHIPPING INFORMATION: UPS 2nd Day Air Service is NOT available. This item must be shipped via UPS Ground Service ONLY. Ground Service can only be delivered within the 48 continental United States. |
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Coverite Universal PWC Small Personal Watercraft Cover $95.57 Coverite universal Jet Ski cover features reflective fabric that keeps your watercraft coolerPersonal watercraft cover protects from harmful pollution and UV raysCover is crafted of 3-layer fabric that's water resistant yet breathable for extremely wet or snowy climatesAll-around elastic hems for a fast and snug fitSuper soft, non-abrasive fabricDouble stitched seams for maximum strengthFabric naturally resists rot and mildewStorage bag and tie-down rope includedSizing information: size Small is for a 1-person model, fits overall length up to 102 inches, girth up to 270 inchesClean with a soft brush and lukewarm water, do not use laundry soap or detergent, air dryNOTE: allow engine to cool before covering your personal watercraft. Take care not to burn yourself on any hot metal or exhaust pipes |
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K&N RC-5100DR For Personal Watercraft Flame Arrestor Air Filter Wrap $29.95 K&N RC-5100DR RC5100DR DryCharger Filter Wrap; Red; For Personal Watercraft Flame Arrestor; Round Tapered; 6 in. x 5 in. x 7 in.; |
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K&N RC-3690DK For Personal Watercraft Flame Arrestor Air Filter Wrap $28.99 K&N RC-3690DK RC3690DK DryCharger Filter Wrap; Black; For Personal Watercraft Flame Arrestor; Round Tapered; 6 in. x 4.5 in. x 9 in.; |
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Coverite Large Universal PWC Personal Watercraft Cover $137.13 Coverite universal Jet Ski personal watercraft cover features reflective fabric Cover protects from harmful pollution and UV raysProtective cover with 3-layer fabric is water resistant Breathable for extremely wet or snowy climatesAll-around elastic hems for a fast and snug fitSuper-soft, non-abrasive fabricDouble-stitched seams for maximum strengthFabric naturally resists rot and mildewStorage bag and tie-down rope includedSizing information: Size large is for 3-person model Fits overall length from 115 inches to 126 inches with girth up to 318 inchesClean with a soft brush and lukewarm water, do not use laundry soap or detergent, air dryNOTE: allow engine to cool before covering your personal watercraft. Take care not to burn yourself on any hot metal or exhaust pipes. |
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Coverite Medium Universal PWC Personal Watercraft Cover $105.97 Universal Jet Ski cover features a reflective fabric to keep your watercraft cooler Cover protects from harmful pollution and UV raysJet Ski gear protects against snowy and wet climatesFeatures a 3-layer water resistant fabricAll-around elastic hems for a fast and snug fitSuper-soft, non-abrasive fabricFeatures double-stitched seams for maximum strengthFabric naturally resists rot and mildewStorage bag and tie-down rope includedSizing Information: Size medium is for 2- to 3-person modelFits overall length from 103 inches to 114 inches with girth up to 294 inchesClean with a soft brush and lukewarm water, do not use laundry soap or detergent, air dryNOTE: Allow engine to cool before covering your personal watercraft. Take care not to burn yourself on any hot metal or exhaust pipes. |
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Sea-Doo Personal Watercraft, 2002-2011 $38.03 No Synopsis Available |
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WAKE W1dxLBK Large Personal Watercraft Cover TwoTone Grey and Black $79.17 W1dx by WAKE offer trailerable all season personal watercraft covers that will protect your investment season after season. The snug fitting system combined with the ultra rugged Durapel polyester canvas gives your personal watercraft lasting protection from water sun damage and dirt. All covers are water repellent breathable and contain mildew and UV inhibitors for a long maintenancefree life. Color: TwoTone Grey and Black. Size: Large. Fits 23 People. Dimension: 116 135 . |
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WAKE W1dxMBL Medium Personal Watercraft Cover TwoTone Grey and Blue $73.66 W1dx by WAKE offer trailerable all season personal watercraft covers that will protect your investment season after season. The snug fitting system combined with the ultra rugged Durapel polyester canvas gives your personal watercraft lasting protection from water sun damage and dirt. All covers are water repellent breathable and contain mildew and UV inhibitors for a long maintenancefree life. Color: TwoTone Grey and Blue. Size: Medium. Fits 12 People. Dimension: 106 115 . |
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WAKE W1dxMBK Medium Personal Watercraft Cover TwoTone Grey and Black $73.66 W1dx by WAKE offer trailerable all season personal watercraft covers that will protect your investment season after season. The snug fitting system combined with the ultra rugged Durapel polyester canvas gives your personal watercraft lasting protection from water sun damage and dirt. All covers are water repellent breathable and contain mildew and UV inhibitors for a long maintenancefree life. Color: TwoTone Grey and Black. Size: Medium. Fits 12 People. Dimension: 106 115 . |
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WAKE W1dxSBK Small Personal Watercraft Cover TwoTone Grey and Black $70.18 W1dx by WAKE offer trailerable all season personal watercraft covers that will protect your investment season after season. The snug fitting system combined with the ultra rugged Durapel polyester canvas gives your personal watercraft lasting protection from water sun damage and dirt. All covers are water repellent breathable and contain mildew and UV inhibitors for a long maintenancefree life. Color: TwoTone Grey and Black. Size: Small. Fits 1 People. Dimension: 96 105 . |
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WAKE W1dxSBL Small Personal Watercraft Cover TwoTone Grey and Blue $70.18 W1dx by WAKE offer trailerable all season personal watercraft covers that will protect your investment season after season. The snug fitting system combined with the ultra rugged Durapel polyester canvas gives your personal watercraft lasting protection from water sun damage and dirt. All covers are water repellent breathable and contain mildew and UV inhibitors for a long maintenancefree life. Color: TwoTone Grey and Blue. Size: Small. Fits 1 People. Dimension: 96 105 . |
"How It's Made" Personal Watercraft