In article ,
Dave wrote:
On 16 Nov 2004 17:11:11 -0800, (Jonathan Ganz)
said:

In article ,
Ed C wrote:
Did a license ever stop an accident on the road?

I'm sure it has, but I don't think it's appropriate or feasible for
boats. It's just a tax. Cars require a test, minimal though it is.

I assume you mean a driving test, as opposed to a written one. The states
that require boat operators' licenses do require a written test.

I think either for a car has some affect on safety being enhanced. I
mean, if you can't pass a simple written test, you shouldn't be behind
the wheel.

Not at all sure it wouldn't be feasible to have an underway test for boats.
True, each test would take a bit longer than with a car, but there are far
fewer boats on the water than cars on the road.

I don't think it would be feasible either, but it would be interesting
to see pilot program results!



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