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Media Statement from Dart River Jet Safaris

Media Statement from Dart River Jet Safaris

An incident in which two jet boats collided on the Dart River near Glenorchy on January 4 2013 has resulted in Maritime New Zealand laying charges under section 64 of the Maritime Transport Act against the two drivers involved.

The drivers are being charged with causing ‘unnecessary risk or danger to those on board through their actions’. Neither driver is currently employed by Dart River Jet Safaris.

No major injuries were sustained in the incident but two people were taken to hospital as a precaution.

Dart River Jet Safaris regional manager David Kennedy said the company “very much regretted” that people were injured as a result of the collision, as the health and safety of passengers and staff was the “utmost priority” for the company.

“We continuously strive to monitor and improve where necessary our extensive health and safety systems,” he said.

Mr Kennedy said drivers completed a minimum of 120 hours of driver training before taking passengers, 70 more than the industry requirement.

All commercial jet boat drivers in New Zealand are required to complete a minimum 50 hours training, complete theory and practical tests, and pass a personal background check carried out by Maritime New Zealand.

Mr Kennedy said the company was not in a position to discuss any further details about the incident or charges laid as the matter was now before the courts. No charges have been laid against Dart River Jet Safaris Ltd.

ENDS

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