What happens if a boater using wireless sensors falls overboard?

When a boater using wireless sensors falls overboard, the system is designed to detect this event and typically triggers a safety response. The most common response is for the engine to shut off or for an alarm to sound. This feature is intended to prevent the boat from continuing to operate in an uncontrolled manner, which could pose a risk to the individual who has fallen overboard as well as to others in the vicinity.

This automatic reaction enhances safety by allowing the person in the water to be rescued more effectively, as it minimizes the risk of the boat moving further away from the fallen person. It utilizes technology intended to promote responsible boating practices, ensuring that boaters can prevent further accidents in such critical situations.

Other options, such as the boat speeding up or floating safely, do not align with the primary goal of safety protocols in boating. The functionality of the wireless sensors is specifically designed to protect individuals overboard, rather than leaving them in danger or causing additional hazards.