Exploration of ABYC Basics

In January, I attended the "Exploration of ABYC Basics" class during ABYC's 6th Annual Standards week in Seattle. The class was billed as an interactive exploration into the Basics of Electrical, Systems and Corrosion using ABYC Standards and learning how ABYC Standards are applied and their mission to make boating safer. Within in the first 10 minutes of the class, our instructor, Kevin Ritz played the following video:

Lucas’ Story: Electric Shock Drowning (ESD)

Yes, the instructor standing in front of the class, is the same Kevin Ritz in the video. I'm not ashamed to admit that I and everyone else was moved to tears. Kevin has dedicated his life to spreading the message about safe electricity and how important it is for us boat builders, mechanics and boat owners to be trained to apply the ABYC Standards. What makes this tragedy almost incomprehensible is that if 1 of 6 Standards were met...Lucas would still be alive today.

For more information visit: SafeElectricity.org