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NATIONAL BOATING FEDERATION April 29, 2014
Trip Report – 2014 International Boating & Water Safety Summit (IBWSS) During the period April 14 – 17, 2014, I attended and represented NBF at the 2014 IBWSS Conference at the Renaissance Hotel, Nashville, TN. President Carolyn Belmore and Vice President Keith Christopher also attended As in preceding years, the IBWSS Conference was outstanding with a very large attendance of recreational boating stakeholders, lots of good information presented, and excellent exchanges between attendees. This year’s attendance was somewhat down due to travel restrictions on USCG & USACE attendance. Perhaps the most valuable outcome of my attending was the opportunity to network and renew friendships with representatives of the USACE, BOATUS Foundation, ACA, CPS, NASBLA, NSBC, BSA, USPS, and others. During these interactions, I was able to stress the role and importance of NBF and its work in supporting the recreational boaters and all recreational boating stakeholders on some of the most critical issues facing us today and in the future. I also stressed that our new E-Bulletin which carries timely information on major issues to members of yacht clubs as well as other boaters giving them time to respond on these before decisions were made. For full information on the 2014 IBWSS Proceedings, go to: www.watersafetycongress.org. Within the next month or so, full information covering the conference presentations should be posted. Listed below are a brief summary of some of the new or important presentations I attended. Captain Jin Burton and Captain Tom Boross provided the USCG RBS Update Presentation. They emphasized that the reauthorization of the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund was their top priority. After addressing the reauthorization status, the Federal Boating Safety Act of 1971 was highlighted as being the prime authorization and direction to the Coast Guard in the Recreational Boating Program. Following this, the CG’s National RBS Program Missions & Performance Goals was discussed. Moving on, they covered the current RBS Market Estimate showing: 74+ million RBS Boaters (all Ages), 12+ million state registered vessels, and 9+ million unregistered vessels. Looking at CY 2012 statistics the number of deaths were 651, accidents 4,515, injuries 3,000, property damage $ 38 million. On a positive note for CY 2013 they hinted that 2013 would continue to show a falling death toll! Both officers highlighted the fact that these positive safety results were possible through a partnership composed of federal/state, tribal/local agencies, boat/equipment manufacturers & retailers, and incredible volunteer organizations. Continuing on the National RBS Strategic Plan and the Non-Profit Grant Programs were addressed. Finally they closed the sessions by addressing their current legislative change proposals of the Reauthorization of the Trust
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Fund, Mandatory Education, and Vessel Identification System. Next were the ingoing projects: Accident Reporting, Model Year w/in HIN, Vessel Titling, Engine Shut off Device, Carriage of EPIRBs, PFD Harmonization with Canada, Mandatory Lifejacket Wear, and operator Turn off Engine when PIW near the vessel. A very complete review of the CG’s RBS Program! Note: the PPR briefing used is attached. One of the highlights of the meeting was the hands-on experience by many attendees using the new USPS Boating Skills Virtual Trainer (BSVT). This simulator allows students to maneuver a “Boston Whaler” on a lake of 3.5 x 4 miles in a virtual mode where there are no other boats and no risks. The helm sits right to a regular conference table. Using the “Wheel & Throttle with trim buttons, horn and navigation lights” the student can go through a series of exercises directed by the instructor to execute maneuvers from basic to advanced by adjusting wine and current direction and strength. The ten maneuvers include: departing the dock, pivot turns, docking, crossing/overtaking/meeting, & training in heavy wind, strong current and day/night scenarios. Taking the helm and going through the maneuvers correctly and safely is quite a challenge …. Even to experienced boaters! During one of the breakout sessions, representatives from Canada, Australia, and the USCG Introduced the attendees to a new international initiative, International Lifejacket Wear Principles,” to promote lifejacket wear by encouraging boating media to show people wearing lifejackets in small boats. The initiative seeks to have countries and boating organizations to endorse a set of principles that the signatories believe will help strengthen lifejacket wear and clarify the importance of lifejackets as a generic term covering all nationally approved personal lifesaving devices. Two new selectees to the Boating Hall of Fame were announced: by Chris Edmonston Chairman, NSBC: Marty Law and Dan Maxim. The next Summit will be held in Sandestin, Florida, March 29 to April 1, 2015. For advanced information on registration, making hotel reservations, scholarships, etc. access: www.Watersafetycongress.org. Ev Tucker Everette Tucker NBF Treasurer
OFFICE OF AUXILIARY & BOATING SAFETY (CG-BSX)
IBWSS 2014 Brief CAPT Jon Burton, CG-5PC CAPT Tom Boross, CG-BSX
15 APR 2014
“Strengthen our partnerships – I am committed to partnerships. They are a force multiplier.” ADM Bob Papp
CG-5P
Assistant Commandant for Prevention Policy
CG-5P RDML Joseph Servidio
Division Chief, Auxiliary Division CG-BSX-1
CDR Michael DaPonte
11 APR 2014
Chief, Office of Auxiliary & Boating Safety CG-BSX
CAPT F. Thomas Boross
Division Chief, Boating Safety CG-BSX-2 Jeff Hoedt
Director of Inspections & Compliance CG-5PC
CAPT Jonathan Burton
Assistant Commandant for Prevention Policy
CG-5P RDML Paul Thomas
2014 Programmatic Developments
CG-5P’s top priority remains Trust Fund Re-authorization
Sequestration Impacts: reduced funding, personnel reduction, reduction in travel & outreach efforts
Benchmarking to DOI’s Fish & Wildlife Service wrt external Programmatic Assessments
Grant Scoring Teams: FEMA, F&WS, CG-ENG, CG-CVC, 2 BSX non-supervisory
CG-BSX CAPT F. Thomas Boross, Office Chief CG-BSX
CDR Michael DaPonte, Division Chief Auxiliary Division CG-BSX-1
Jeff Hoedt, Division Chief Boating Safety CG-BSX-2
Steve Minutolo Br. Ch. Administration
CG-BSX-11
BMCS Cory Fontenot CG-BSX-12
Doug Luper Training Coordinator
LT Mark Unpingco Asst. Br. Ch., Admin.
Zigmond Wilson Finance Specialist
Donald Kerlin, Br. Ch. Program Management
CG-BSX-21
Phil Cappel, Br. Ch. Rec. Boat. Product Assurance
CG-BSX-23
Pavlo Oborski, Br. Ch. Grants Management
CG-BSX-24
Admin. Asst.
Jeff Ludwig Reg. Coor./NBSAC Ex.
Sec.
Barry Nobles Leg. Coor./Strat. Plan
Dr. Phillippe Gwet Mathematical Statistician
Susan Tomczuk Statistician
Vacant (as of 8/30/2013) Financial Administration
Vann Burgess Senior RBS Specialist
Joe Carro Program Analyst
John Hutchison
RBS Outreach Coor.
Wayne Stacey Program Analyst
Eric Johnson Engineer/Mfg. Outreach
Po Chang Engineer/Mfg. Outreach
Louis Novak Engineer/Mfg. Outreach
Kerry Freese Technical Writer
Michael Jendrossek RBS Specialist/Marine
Investigator
Jack Roberts Grants Coor.
Lynne McMahan Grants Coor.
Kathleen Poole Grants Coor.
Carlin Hertz Grants Coor.
Gary Jensen Grants Coor.
Jakeea King Contractor
CWO3 Darren Pauly Factory Visit Coor.
Rachel Warner Contractor
Harry Hogan Contractor
Suzanne Heiler-Brown Contractor
Vacant (as of 6/26/13) Program Analyst
YN1 Quentin Ramos Division Admin. Asst.
11 APR 2014
Program Operations Br. CG-BSX-22
Red = Funded by the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund * = Will be funded by the Trust Fund Apr 2014
The Mandated National RBS Program
Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971 Foundation for:
Coast Guard to establish safety standards for boat construction Provided Financial Assistance for State & National Nonprofit
Organization Boating Safety Activities, including: Law Enforcement SAR Education Numbering and Titling of Vessels ATON Boating Access
Improved Accident Investigations and Reporting Learn more at www.uscgboating.org
National RBS Program Mission & Performance Goal
Mission: To ensure the public has a safe, secure, and enjoyable recreational boating experience by implementing programs that minimize the loss of life, personal injury, and property damage, while cooperating with environmental and national security efforts.
Performance Goal: As a part of the Coast Guard’s Marine Safety Mission, the National RBS Program’s goal is a reduced number of casualties per year through 2017 and beyond. For FY 2013, the annual goal is 3,880 casualties or less (3,212 injuries & 668 deaths).
National Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) Program
RBS – A Partnership Program
Key Partners: Federal, State, Tribal and Local Agencies Boat/Equipment Manufacturers & Retailers Incredible volunteer organizations
National RBS Program Strategic Plan - Objectives
1. Increase the number of persons who complete a boating safety course or test that conforms to the National Boating Education Standards as recognized by the USCG.
2. Deliver effective boating safety messages through various educational resources and media to reduce deaths and injuries of recreational boaters.
3. Increase the number of boaters who have completed advanced and/or on-water, skills-based boating education .
4. Increase adult life jacket wear rates nationwide. Targets: 1. Increase the observed adult life jacket wear rate in open motorboats by 3% from the previous year’s wear rate. 2. Increase the observed adult life jacket wear rate on non-motorized vessels by 3% from the previous year’s wear rate.
5. Reduce fatalities associated with Navigation Rules (NAVRULES) violations by 2% per year from the previous year.
6. Achieve a 5% overall decrease in the number of deaths by CY 2016 (using a five-year moving average) where the use of alcohol or other drugs by a boat’s operator and/or occupants was either a direct or indirect cause of the accident24. The five-year average for the 2005 to 2009 time period was 156.
National RBS Program Strategic Plan - Objectives
7. Decrease the recreational boat manufacturer ratio of discrepancies per factory inspection annually by 5% and keep boats with insufficient flotation off the market.
8. Increase compliance levels for specific required safety equipment on recreational boats.
9. Using the baseline BARD data from 2009, work towards a goal of 100% by 2016, for boat accident report completeness, accuracy and timely submission pursuant to 33 CFR 173 and 174.
10. Gather and analyze data relevant to recreational boating accidents and exposure.
11. Improve the effectiveness of and increase access to the grant products of the national non-profit organizations.
SFRBTF Monies
$-
$20,000,000
$40,000,000
$60,000,000
$80,000,000
$100,000,000
$120,000,000
$140,000,000
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
State Grants**
Non-Profit Grants
National Nonprofit Organization Grant Program
46 USC 13104(c) – MAY allocate up to 5% of all available grant funds for distribution to support “national boating safety activities of national nonprofit public service organizations”.
National Nonprofit Organization Grant Program (cont.)
FY13 Allocation: $5.6M Proposals received: 69 requesting $12.6M Proposals funded: 24 $5.4M Additional 9 fast track grants funded $0.16M
National Nonprofit Organization Grant Program (cont.)
FY14 Allocation: Up to $4.8M Proposals received:
• 52 for traditional projects $18.3M • 4 for the National Rec Boating Survey varies
Proposals funded: TBD soon $ ?
FY 2011 Nonprofit Organization Funding
Total: $5,589,910
ABYC, $330,000
ACA, $184,900 FOUND FOR REC BOATING , $150,000
JSI, $580,000
NASBLA, $1,339,850
NBF, $19,900
NSBC, $954,899
NWSC, $299,850
SEA TOW, $150,000
USPS, $413,270
US SAILING, $379,900
WSG, $150,000 WSF, $637,341
FY 2012 Nonprofit Organization Funding
Total: $5,381,111
ABYC, $342,000
ACA, $109,900
BEST, $19,900
FOUND FOR REC BOATING $130,000
JSI RESEARCH, $300,000
NASBLA, $1,373,500
NSBC, $1,049,900
NWSC, $344,900
SOA, $230,000 USBI,
$39,400
USPS, $239,900
US SAILING, $441,711
WSG, $155,000 WSF, $605,000
FY 2013 Nonprofit Organization Funding
Total: $5,599,588
ABYC, $252,000
ACA, $344,900
BEST, $14,700
FOUND FOR REC BOATING $209,735
JSI $250,000
NASBLA, $1,509,120
NBF, $11,200
NSBC, $769,900
NWSC, $144,900
SEA TOW, $150,000
SOA$249,900
USBI, $19,333
USPS, $454,900
US SAILING, $310,000
WSG, $135,000 WSF, $774,000
Nonprofit Organization Funding Total Last 3 Years
ABYC, $924,000
ACA, $639,700
BEST, $34,600 FOUND FOR REC BOATING , $489,735
JSI, $1,130,000
NASBLA, $4,222,470
NBF, $31,100
NSBC, $2,774,699
NWSC, $789,650
SEA TOW, $300,000
SOA, $479,900
USPS, $1,108,070
US SAILING, $1,131,611
WSG, $440,000 WSF, $2,016,341
2012 Boating Fatalities
Reauthorization of the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund. Current authorization expires 9/30/14.
Mandatory Education – Proposal to Congress, but has not been acted upon.
Vessel Identification System – Proposal to Congress, but has not been acted upon.
RBS LCPs
Accident Reporting Model Year within the HIN Vessel Titling (VIS) Engine Shut Off Device Requirement Carriage of Emergency Locator Beacons *PFD Harmonization with Canada (CG-ENG) Mandatory Life Jacket Wear Operator to Turn Off Engine – Proximity
RBS Regulatory Projects
The Latest Measures
Life jacket wear study – 2013 Soon to be released!
National Recreational Boating Survey – 2012 Just released!
Life Jacket Wear JSI National Observation Study
2013 JSI Study Results Indicate: Overall life jacket wear rate remained
steady at 22.4%. (1999-2013 range 21.1% to 23.4%)
Adults on open motorboats wear rate decreased from 5.0 % to 4.9%. (2006-2013 range 4.5% to 5.3%)
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National Recreational Boating Survey 2012
Three surveys conducted: Surveyed 23,000 boat-owning households. Survey of Boating Trips/Exposure Hours. Survey on Household Boating Participation. Boating Participation Statistics (include P.R.): Recreational boating participants = 74,537,000 Adult participants (16+) = 57,886,000 Child Participants (15 or younger) = 15,565,000 Sightseeing or Nature Observation = 52,365,000
National Recreational Boating Survey 2012 (cont.)
Boating Participation of US Households in 2012
Region Boating Participation
Total Boating Households1
Non-Boating Households2
Northeast 6,286,000 14,929,000 21,215,000 Midwest 8,139,000 18,077,000 26,216,000 South 11,552,000 32,058,000 43,610,000 West 6,121,000 19,554,000 25,675,000 US households 32,098,000 84,618,000 116,716,000 1: Households with one member who boated in 2012 2: Households with no member who boated in 2012
National Recreational Boating Survey 2012 (cont.)
Individual Boating Participation in 2012
Region Boating Participation
Total Population
Individual Boaters1
Participation Rate (%)2
Northeast 14,290,000 19.2 55,761,000 Midwest 19,572,000 26.3 67,316,000 South 26,344,000 35.3 117,257,000 West 13,966,000 18.7 73,579,000 U.S. Total 74,172,000 23.5 313,913,000 1: Individuals who participated in recreational boating in 2012 2: Number of boaters per 100 individuals in 2012.
National Recreational Boating Survey 2012 (cont.)
National Boat Statistics
Boat Type Registered Unregistered Total Powerboat 10,164,000 811,000 10,975,000 Sailboat 317,000 425,000 742,000 PWC 1,267,000 418,000 1,685,000 Canoe 274,000 2,234,000 2,508,000 Kayak 163,000 3,709,000 3,872,000 Other 568,000 1,856,000 2,424,000 Total 12,753,000 9,453,000 22,206,000
National Recreational Boating Survey 2012 (cont.)
National Exposure Hours
Boat Type Number of Boats
Exposure Hours
% Total Hours
Hours / Boating Day
Powerboat 10,147 2,035,000,000 56.8 6.0
Sailboat 735 154,000,000 4.3 7.8
Pontoon 854 220,000,000 6.1 4.1
PWC 1,704 212,000,000 5.9 4.7
Canoe 2,508 362,000,000 10.1 6.3
Kayak 3,916 280,000,000 7.8 4.6
Row/Inflat. 1,747 322,000,000 9.0 6.8
All 21,611 3,584,000,000 56.8 5.7
National Recreational Boating Survey CG-BSX-21(cont.)
2012 Deaths and Casualties per 100 Million Exposure Hours
State
Exposure Hours
(Millions)
Deaths / 100 Million Exposure
Hours
Casualties / 100 Million Exposure
Hours U.S. Total 3,584 18 101
Indiana 66 3 38
New Jersey 103 7 85
Michigan 213 8 38
Pennsylvania 116 9 48
Missouri 132 9 82
To Our Awesome Boating Safety Partners, Have A
Successful Summit and A Great 2014 Boating
Season