USA not alone in restricting jetskis!
Larry KN4IM
I've lived in, Bahrain, a beautiful little kingdom in the Arabian
Gulf, I found a news article in the Bahrain Tribune I thought you'd
like to see. It seems the kingdom has similar problems with PWC
riders the USA has. Here's what it says......enjoy.....Larry
From the Bahrain Tribune (www.bahraintribune.com):
Need to apply strict skiing regulations
The number of Jet ski users in Bahrain has risen considerably, making
it imperative to implement proper marine rules, say officials at
various clubs and resorts.
Marine sports have been a hobby of one of every 50 people in the
Arabian countries, specially Bahrain, because of the coast.
Consequently, the beaches of Bahrain, such as Al Jazayir, Marina and
Al Bandar Resort are usually occupied by jet skiers and yacht sailors
during the weekends.
But at the same time, teaching them how to relax and make better use
of their free time is equally important, according to the officials.
General Manager of Al Bandar Resort and Hotel, Joseph H Khoueiry said:
“During summer when Bahrain has a mild climate, the number of visitors
to the beaches increases, with most people going into the sea on their
boats and jet skis.”
He said: “It is a very good source of entertainment and a good sport
to devote one’s time to. But at the same time discipline has to be
enforced.” Khoueiry said: “Jet skiing involves more than just driving
an engine of more than 100 horse power. Just as people on the road
abide by the traffic rules, jet skiers also should follow a certain
amount of discipline.”
Khoueiry said: “After an in-depth survey, we came to know that jet
skiers, particularly youngsters, ride at fast speed and attempt
extraordinary maneouvres. Not only does the study show the endless
love of the young for jet-skis, but also proves how much one’s parents
or elders are involved in one’s hobby.”
According to Khoueiry, jet skiing rules should be introduced in
Bahrain. “People interested in this particular sport or any other
marine activity should be allowed to enter the sea after they have
been certified as proper drivers and given licences and their vehicles
are registered with the state.”
This is because, he said, He “there have been cases when violators of
marine rules, without bothering about the consequences, use their jet
skis in such ways which not only threaten their lives but also raises
the possibility of harming others.”
Emphasising on immediate halt to reckless use of water scooters, he
said permits should be given to the different centres offering the
facility as well.
Khoueiry focussed on the importance of safety, saying that skiers to
be equipped with helmets and life-saving gadgets. “The resort receives
a great number of beach fanatics and tourists from the Middle East and
the West. We have to cater for all of them and make sure no one is
harmed,” he said.
The Manager of Water Sports at Al Dar Islands, Yousef Buxton, also
emphasised measures to control water hazards, saying “the coastal
areas of the island should be closely patrolled by coast guards and
officers.”
He said: “The Sports Club at Al Dar Islands has always tried to ensure
total safety by following certain measures. Even though there are no
specific rules on issuing special licences to those above 16, we
always apprise the members and those using the coast of the rules and
safety measures.”
He said: “Apart from the resorts or clubs, it is also the parents’
duty and responsibility to appreciate the consequences of allowing
their children to ride on 135 to 140 horse power engines. Controlling
such a machine is not easy, especially when a skier is imitating a
professional,”
Buxton said: “It is dangerous to allow a jet skier or anybody to enter
the sea without a briefing on safety precautions or the particular
nautical craft,” and urged the skiers to abide by the norms set by the
club for their as well as others’ safety at the sea.
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Larry....
josephkh...@gmail.com
It is a perfect initiative Iwill always remember your effort.GOD Bless you & Good Luck .....Joseph H. Khoueiry
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josephkh...@gmail.com wrote:
> Dear,Larry
> It is a perfect initiative Iwill always remember your effort.GOD Bless you & Good Luck .....Joseph H. Khoueiry
state with certainty that the restrictions are not meant to affect the
safety of the jet skiers anymore than skateboarding restrictions are
for the safety of the sidewalk surfers. It's a simple fact that jet
skies, like skateboards, do tremendous damage. They do not do the
damage because of anything inherent in the device, but because of the
way they are used.
Skateboards are a good analogy because, as anyone who has ever had a
concrete structure knows, once they settle into a loading dock or
parking garage, they will *never* move on... and a few tend to attract
more. If you don't act by filing trespass immediately, you'll soon
find thousands in damages to your walls and railings. The
*skateboard* didn't do the damage; its rider did.
Similarly, a jet ski doesn't put into the marina, observe the "no
wake" posting in transit, and head out into open water; they'll stay
50' from the dock cutting doughnuts and kicking up waves capable of
inundating Fukushima until they run out of gasoline... if they'd move
on, there wouldn't be a problem.
In my experience, I'm certain that 15 to 20% of the jet skiers
understand what "no wake" means and observe the proper speed. It's
unfortunate that these law-abiding people must suffer because of the
85% who believe that marine ordinances do not apply to personal
watercraft.