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What was one of the most important innovations in the 1972 COLREGs?
When was the first traffic separation scheme established?
How many rules are included in the COLREGs?
Which section of the COLREGs covers steering and sailing?
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What do the Annexes of the COLREGs contain?
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According to Rule 5, what is the requirement for every vessel?
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What does Rule 9 require of a vessel proceeding along the course of a narrow channel or fairway?
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What is the organization recognized as being the only competent organization concerning the routeing of ships?
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What is the subject of Rule 10 of the Collision Regulations?
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What does Rule 6 require for every vessel?
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Study Notes
COLREGs Innovations and Requirements
- One of the most important innovations in the 1972 COLREGs was the introduction of traffic separation schemes.
History of Traffic Separation Schemes
- The first traffic separation scheme was established in 1967.
Structure of COLREGs
- The COLREGs consist of 38 rules.
Steering and Sailing Rules
- Section II of the COLREGs covers steering and sailing.
Annexes of COLREGs
- The Annexes of the COLREGs contain diagrams and pictures explaining the rules.
Navigation Requirements
- According to Rule 5, every vessel must maintain a proper lookout by sight, hearing, and all available means.
Narrow Channel Navigation
- According to Rule 9, a vessel proceeding along the course of a narrow channel or fairway must keep as near to the outer limit of the channel or fairway which lies on the vessel's starboard side.
Routeing of Ships
- The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is recognized as the only competent organization concerning the routeing of ships.
Traffic Separation Schemes
- Rule 10 of the Collision Regulations covers traffic separation schemes.
Safe Speed
- According to Rule 6, every vessel must proceed at a safe speed so that it can take proper action to avoid a collision or minimize damage.
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Test your knowledge about the 1972 Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs) and the recognition given to traffic separation schemes. Explore the rules, guidance, and conduct of vessels operating in or near traffic separation schemes.
