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First recorded activity by BoatBanter: Oct 2006
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Dumbest Guy in the NG.......
On Fri, 30 Nov 2007 07:09:23 -0600, lid wrote:
On Thu, 29 Nov 07, "William Andersen" wrote:
So, why aren't the deck plates identified?
I've read about these mistakes before and never understood why things aren't
clearly labeled
Do you read the on/0ff label on a light switch every time you
constatly use it? Labels are fine for people who've never used the
"whatever" device before. But after the first use, it takes something
else to get your attention.
You've hit on the problem, which is the way the human mind works.
Outside of standardized hose/receptacle fittings, the only way to
prevent this kind of thing from happening is about five guys with
checklists doing the job - and even then they might screw up.
Distractions - maybe only the guy on the fuel dock yakking at you -
can flip your mind to the wrong action.
I once pumped about 1000 gallons of heavy navy fuel oil into Naples
harbor, and to this day don't fully understand how it happened, except
I was distracted by other responsibilities I do know how it could
have been prevented, but it's too late now.
Strictly followed procedures are important, but most people don't
establish them for something as simple as gassing up.
--Vic
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