When several salvors are on-scene at the same time to assist a vessel that has not been abandoned, which principal governs the decision as to which one's services will be accepted? |
A) The first salvor on-scene has the prior claim providing he has adequate facilities to assist the vessel needing assistance. |
B) The salvors must agree to a division of any salvage among themselves with the major share allotted to those doing the most work. |
C) The Master of the ship needing assistance has the absolute right to decide. |
D) The first salvor on-scene has the absolute right to provide assistance; however, he is liable if the ship is lost due to his lack of experience, equipment, etc. |