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What is the primary purpose of navigation lights?
What is the primary purpose of navigation lights?
- To enhance the visibility of the vessel during the day
- To indicate a vessel's position, direction, and status to other vessels and observers (correct)
- To mark the vessel's route for future navigation
- To communicate with other vessels through morse code
What color is the navigation light displayed on the left side of a vessel?
What color is the navigation light displayed on the left side of a vessel?
- Yellow
- Red (correct)
- Green
- White
Which of the following vessels is exempt from displaying navigation lights?
Which of the following vessels is exempt from displaying navigation lights?
- Power-driven vessels over 7 meters in length
- Fishing vessels during the day
- Sailboats under 7 meters in length (correct)
- All vessels under 7 meters in length
How far must navigation lights be visible, at a minimum?
How far must navigation lights be visible, at a minimum?
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What international regulations govern the use and display of navigation lights?
What international regulations govern the use and display of navigation lights?
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When must navigation lights be displayed?
When must navigation lights be displayed?
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Navigation Lights
Purpose
- To indicate a vessel's position, direction, and status to other vessels and observers
- To prevent collisions and ensure safe navigation
Types of Navigation Lights
- Port light: Red light displayed on the left (port) side of the vessel
- Starboard light: Green light displayed on the right (starboard) side of the vessel
- Stern light: White light displayed at the rear of the vessel
- Masthead light: White light displayed forward of the beam of the vessel, visible from 225°
- Anchor light: White light displayed when the vessel is at anchor
Visibility Requirements
- Navigation lights must be visible for a minimum distance of 1-3 nautical miles, depending on the type of light
- The intensity of the lights must meet specific standards
International Regulations
- The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) dictate the use and display of navigation lights
- COLREGS apply to all vessels, including power-driven vessels, sailing vessels, and vessels under tow
Additional Requirements
- Vessel length: Navigation lights are required for vessels over 7 meters (23 feet) in length
- Operating hours: Navigation lights must be displayed from sunset to sunrise and during periods of reduced visibility
- Exceptions: Certain vessels, such as sailboats and fishing vessels, have specific exemptions or variations to the navigation light requirements
Navigation Lights
Purpose
- Indicate vessel's position, direction, and status to prevent collisions and ensure safe navigation
Types of Navigation Lights
- Port light: red, displayed on left (port) side
- Starboard light: green, displayed on right (starboard) side
- Stern light: white, displayed at rear
- Masthead light: white, forward of beam, visible from 225°
- Anchor light: white, displayed when at anchor
Visibility Requirements
- Minimum visibility distance: 1-3 nautical miles, depending on type of light
- Intensity of lights must meet specific standards
International Regulations
- COLREGS dictate use and display of navigation lights
- Apply to all vessels: power-driven, sailing, and under tow
Additional Requirements
- Vessel length: navigation lights required for vessels over 7 meters (23 feet) in length
- Operating hours: navigation lights must be displayed from sunset to sunrise and during reduced visibility
- Exceptions: sailboats and fishing vessels have specific exemptions or variations
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