I thought britbrat's post was on point. I think MAAC should be very cautious when introducing new rules & requirements, and periodically review their current list.

Safety is a practice, not a collection of rules. For example; I hand prop my aircraft without a glove ... why?
Because I've seen gloves get caught on power equipment and pull a hand in, I am very cautious about any article of clothingnear any powered device. I think my practice is safe, many others do not. It's my safety at risk, I make my own decisions, take my own risks and accept the consequences. If I'm injured as a result, I will not sue and, would have no grounds on which to sue (maybe if I lived in the states I could sue the engine or propeller manufacturer ). Should MAAC force me to wear a glove? If it does, and I'm injured as a result, will I sue?
D*mn straight![sm=punching.gif]

I think MAAC chooses not to enforce too many rules for this very reason. I think this is wise.

I do think MAAC should invest more in safety education. I see far too many unsafe practices. Should there be a thousand rules about common causes of accidents like reaching over the prop to remove a glow driver? No, too many rules and no one will read them. Should we educate people about safely removing it from behind? Yes. Do we all educate newbies to this practice ... unfortunately not, and that is an issue. Neckstraps ... another issue....