I too think it is a good idea, as long as some very clear communications are given to the CC world. So far, we have received nothing to advise on the procedure to follow. Yes, the FSO is in place, but the average CC does not have a great deal of awareness of these, and would never see one.
I personally have been helped THAT many times by generous flight crew I have lost count. A big thank you!!!!!!
I like to think we can help out our collegues, by allowing the use of cc rest seats where possible, but as has been said, this option gives control back to the captain( yes I am aware of the chain of command and CASR91) which is as it should be.
What I can aggree with Peg on is, the look in the cabin is not brilliant, as it is true we are always trying to get pax off those seats.....
In the end, I hope that common sense prevails....too optimistic????
