Bob DBF
Contributor
Amongst us boat captains, you have perfectly described the well known crew member position of " Anchor Bitch "
Isn't that where Sea Laywers go?
I would not want to be around any boat that might start up its engines when divers are in the water.
That's why I stay clear of boats while I dive, any boat can start the engine and move. I'm also careful around the dive boat until I am on the surface and can see or be told it's safe to board.
I've experienced occations that the dive boat anchor broke loose and had to get underway to re-anchor. All went well, like the safety briefing outlined, but it had to start engines and maneuver with divers in the water. Then there are the dive boats that don't anchor...
Bob