66. Why Fatigue Is a Hidden Risk in Boating

The Risk No One Talks About

Fatigue affects:

• reaction time
• judgment
• awareness

When It Happens

• long trips
• night navigation
• rough conditions
• solo operation

Why It’s Dangerous

Fatigue can lead to:

• missed signals
• slow decisions
• poor handling

Best Practice

• rest before trips
• rotate operators if possible
• avoid pushing limits

Final Thought

Tired captains make mistakes — even experienced ones.