Abstract
Philippine small fishing crafts are dominated by double outrigger crafts ranging from small, one man crewed boats of about 3m length overall up to large boats of 30 meters length overall. Severe conditions resulting from typhoons and monsoon weather have resulted in damage to a considerable number of crafts and casualties every year. An analysis of the nature of incidents recorded and experiments were done to determine measures for increased safety. This effort showed distinct characteristics of double outrigger crafts that make the hull form a popular one for Filipino fishermen. Comparisons with existing standards as well as the usual parameters of other hull types are also included. Some recommendations based on the data gathered include hull form changes, material specifications and operational procedures to ensure safety of life at sea.