Following the tragic death of 20-year-old South African stewardess Paige Bell aboard the superyacht Far From It in the Bahamas, the yachting community is advocating for mandatory criminal background checks for all crew members. A petition initiated by Jessie Frost of Crewfolio has garnered over 5,700 signatures, aiming to implement these checks internationally. The petition highlights the absence of universal regulations and seeks to enhance safety and accountability within the industry.
