A former Coast Guard rescue swimmer explains how catchy phrases can perpetuate bad advice, especially at sea.
“I’m amazed at how long bad advice perpetuates when it’s given in a catchy phrase. An example: Don’t leave the boat until the boat leaves you. This might be the most misguided advice ever to cross the lips of otherwise sensible men and women. Another example: Red sky at night, sailor’s delight.”
Click to read “Staying With The Boat And Other Safety Myths” from Soundings, written by Mario Vittone.