In article ,
Jonathan Ganz wrote:
In article ,
Wayne.B wrote:
On 25 Jan 2006 23:06:04 -0800, "purple_stars"
wrote:

it just
seems like the only reason you "have to" abandon ship is the thing is
filling up with water and is headed for the bottom of the ocean.

Once you trip off the EPIRB and the rescue helicopter shows up things
may be out of your hands. As I understand it, they can "order" you
off the boat at that point.


And, if you don't comply, they can open fire? :-)


To be somewhat serious about this, I doubt they can order you
off. They can strongly suggest it, along with outlining the
consequences, such as revocation of your license, and them not
planning on returning. I believe that's what happened with the Satori
(Perfect Storm) rescue.


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