Runaway Boat

A runaway boat is an unmanned boat that continues to circle or move without a driver. It can be a hazard to other boaters and authorities. Efforts are often needed to stop it safely.

A Runaway Boat is one of the reasons boats are equipped with an Engie Cut Off Switch. Operators can be thrown overboard or have a health issue. When this happens, the connection to the boat is lost. This shuts the engine down and prevents a runaway boat.

Runaway Boats can injure other boaters on the water. They can cause a serious accident. They can cause a boat to run aground. That is just a few examples. It’s very simple to connect your ECOS lanyard to your boat. While you are operating, you don’t even know it is there.