Safety warning after ejection from rigid inflatable boat results in loss of 2 lives

This documents urges users of power boats use kill-cords correctly, wear suitable clothing and lifejackets, and have the means to summon assistance.

• From: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
• Published: 23 January 2015

• Vessel type: Recreational craft - power
• Report type: Safety bulletin
• Date of occurrence: 13 March 2005

Safety Bulletin 1/2005

Safety Bulletin1-2005.pdf (43.51 kb)

Summary

Two fatalities from a high-speed Rigid Inflatable Boat accident at Milarrochy Bay, Loch Lomond, Scotland in March 2005.

Issued: 23 May 2005

Published 23 January 2015