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Originally Posted by motoreiter
We are talking about putting the lives of potential rescuers at risk.
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Missed some points.
The rescuee ASKS for help.
Rescuers make the CHOICE. As do ambos, police and fire ... they all make a choice at each situation, even if it is not a 'rescue'. Each individual evaluates the risk/reward and make the decision on going ahead or backing out. If you are a first aider you should know that. It is not compulsory for any one to place their life at risk for another. The rescuer makes the choice (and should evaluate and minimize their risk), not the rescuee.
Who rescues the rescuer?
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If the 'safety committee' thing is done then even those who don't want rescue will be denied. Because "it is too dangerous". Hence NASA, Columbus etc.
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The press here in OZ raises the issue of rescue costs, particularly where a 'round the world yacht' is involved.. lots of $$$$ estimated by accountants there. They forget that those services would be idle or practicing without the rescue.
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