How can propeller injuries be avoided when you are retrieving a fallen skier?
Turn Off the Engine When Near Skiers in the Water If you’re near water skiers in the water, avoid operating your boat’s engine when people are getting into or out of the water. For example, you can reduce boat propeller strike risk by always shutting off the motor when you’re retrieving a fallen skier. It’s important to approach the skier from the driver’s side for better visibility. As the boat gets closer, reduce speed and approach at idle speed, keeping the engine in neutral when the skier is nearby to prevent propeller injuries.