Posted by scubabum on March 12, 2001 at 20:39:07:
In Reply to: Re: What's the problem?? posted by MHK on March 12, 2001 at 17:12:42:
I think the training agencies realize (similar to the poll) that divers are going to do it anyway. So why not attempt to either dissuade them by explaining the potential hazzards, or by supplying a set of basic skills that might save their lives.
Not withstanding that they will also make a buck or 2.
The question is what is the minimum amount and what disciplines need to be mastered to make it SAFER than a diver with a fresh 'C' card going off alone?
From reading the posts most solo divers don't advocate it for anyone else they just resent being told that they are a potential fatality. I think you need to face facts that we accept the risk.