[fatlazyless]

Well, this link is saying that a ground fault circuit interrupter should not be considered a safe use with a 110-volt boat lift motor because:

"GFCIs can and do fail, too often without switching off the power. This is why you should NEVER purposefully put yourself, or any other family member, friend, guest, pet, etc., in a position where they rely on one of these devices to ensure their safety."

It is not uncommon on Lake Winnipesaukee to have a private boat lift hooked up to the 110-v house current with a gfci for protection and the home owner believes it to be safe because it has a gfci.

I wonder what the NH state electric code has to say on this use?

I figure that wearing a foam noodle swim belt could make all the difference if you encounter any muscle numbing, stray voltage while swimming past a boat lift in water over your head. A foam noodle belt can make a big difference!