Docking with me rule #2

Again going with the "keeping things simple" idea. This one kind of overlaps with Rule #1.

Rule #2. If you are approaching (or leaving) the dock and need to get off (or onto) the boat quickly, never jump. When I am at the helm, no body is to get off the boat unless you are able to STEP off. If you have to jump, don't do it. If you have to take a crazy long stride, don't do it. If you have to run and jump hoping you will make it, don't do it. If you are leaving the dock and you "miss the boat," don't worry. The captain should  make a circle and come back for you, they wont leave you standing out there. If you are coming in and you aren't able to safely get off the boat to tie off, don't worry. The captain should back out, make a circle, and come try again.

This goes along with putting yourself where the boat wants to be. If you miss, you will end up in the water and could potentially hurt yourself severely, I have seen it.