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Old 08-06-2020, 08:52 AM   #15
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I could make a STRONG argument for better monitoring of kids. They can cause a BUNCH of problems very quick. We all have seen a bunch of stupid things.


We had a kid operating a 50ft boat in our Christmas parade and was all over the place including almost hitting the boat ahead of him, and shining the spot light in people's eyes. The dad was oblivious. That was the last year I participated in the boat parade. With stuff like that, who needs it. And worse, half of the boaters were drunker than I was......


I could go on with a lot more.


As for fueling, I could argue strongly to always do your own fueling regardless of what the dock hand or fueler says. Or, at the very least, stand right next to the guy to make sure he does it right.... doesn't spill, know when to stop, puts enough in, etc. (this is especially critical for airplanes).
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