Safety on Open-Decked Trimaran's

[Stephen2258]

First of all, I don't really know if there is a classification as "Opened Deck" meaning no lifelines.
I was just wondering at what age can children who can run around and are experienced sailors on boats with lifelines transition to a Trimaran, which don't have lifelines?

[Shrew]

The age at which their dexterity becomes an asset rather than a hinderance (e.g a lack thereof).

The age at which there is an inner monologue that reminds them about pain, fear, and caution.

And finally, the point where you realizing they are out on the bow is an "Oh there they are" moment, not an "OMG WTF!!!" moment. Because they will likely be ready long before you are.

[Stephen2258]

I assumed there would be an age range where Behaviorists have determined when fear, being cognizant of trouble and steadiness on your feet is automatic.
Toddlers on any boat is scary but toddlers running around on a Trimaran is a REALLY scary thing.

[thinwater]

I would ask on the Yahoo Farrier forum.


Really, there are too many conditions in that statement to give a fair answer. What is "experienced sailor?"


One answer is jacklines and tethers (not a bad idea for adults). My daughter grew up sailing on a no-lifeline multihull, and it was always a tether outside the cockpit until she was mid-elementary school. After that, as with adults, it depended on the weather and other factors.


As others have said, it comes down to when the person understands cause and effect. For some, the answer is never. I've sailed with adults I would not allow outside the cockpit, even in nice weather, because they lacked situational awareness.



This was near my home. No sense of cause and effect.

https://www.fcnp.com/2023/11/22/six-...-on-shreve-rd/