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You're again coming at it from the wrong angle. If a captain doesn't think you're fit to be on the boat, he is basically saving your life. Take it as feedback and get better. I do NOT want to be a on a boat that takes just anyone. It's a liability for everyone on the trip.

Turn the tables around. You're liable for everyone's safety, and if you don't feel comfortable with a particular passenger, you should not have to be taking on the responsibility. Even when everyone is totally "experienced" and doing things right, things can go wrong. It's a big ocean out there.

Exactly!

That's a really awful statement all around. Just try to be a bit more compassionate. I certainly hope Randy heals right away, and I'm glad he was transported via helicopter. The rescue teams know how to prioritize and do their jobs.

Thank you for reporting to DAN and I'm so sorry you went through that. It Is telling that the authorities didn't want your statetments. Wishing you all peace.

To you and anyone else involved, please fill out a DAN incident report. It is very helpful to the entire dive community to get as much as much first hand data logged- DAN: Incident Report

I sent a email to someone regarding volunteering and never heard back. I'm still interested.

I know this is an old post, but I'm hoping that you are still actively running charters this year. Please confirm.

I have had the opposite anecdotal experience. In most countries, especially the US, I am always asked for c card and nitrox card. The one exception was Bali, and they let my friend who was not quite certified dive with a guide, which I did not agree with. So I wouldn't use them again for both...