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According to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, what is the definition of 'restricted visibility'?

  • Any condition in which visibility is restricted by any cause
  • Any condition in which visibility is restricted by fog, mist, falling snow, heavy rainstorms, sandstorms, or any other similar causes (correct)
  • Any condition in which visibility is not completely clear
  • Any condition in which visibility is restricted by fog, mist, falling snow, heavy rainstorms, sandstorms, or any other dissimilar causes

According to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, who can become a Party to this Convention?

  • States Members of the United Nations, or of any of the Specialized Agencies, or the International Atomic Energy Agency, or Parties to the Statute of the International Court of Justice (correct)
  • Any state that is landlocked
  • Any state that has a navy
  • Any state that has a coastline

According to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, when do the Regulations enter into force?

  • Immediately after the Convention is signed by all Parties
  • Twelve months after the date on which at least 15 States, the aggregate of whose merchant fleets constitutes not less than 65 per cent by number or by tonnage of the world fleet of vessels of 100 gross tons and over have become Parties to it (correct)
  • Six months after the date on which at least 10 States, the aggregate of whose merchant fleets constitutes not less than 50 per cent by number or by tonnage of the world fleet of vessels of 100 gross tons and over have become Parties to it
  • One year after the Convention is signed by the first Party

Which of the following is true regarding the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972?

<p>The Convention was only open for signature for a limited time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'restricted visibility' according to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972?

<p>Any condition in which visibility is restricted by fog, mist, falling snow, heavy rainstorms, sandstorms, or any other similar causes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can a Conference be convened for the purpose of revising the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972?

<p>Only if requested by a Contracting Party (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972?

<p>To prevent collisions between vessels at sea (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, and the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1960?

<p>The 1972 regulations are more comprehensive (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'restricted visibility' according to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972?

<p>Any condition in which visibility is limited (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process for becoming a party to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, and who is eligible to become a party?

<p>States Members of the United Nations, or of any of the Specialized Agencies, or the International Atomic Energy Agency, or Parties to the Statute of the International Court of Justice may become Parties to this Convention. Ratification, acceptance, approval, or accession shall be effected by the deposit of an instrument with the Inter-Governmental Maritime Consultative organization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'restricted visibility' according to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, and what are some examples of conditions that may cause restricted visibility?

<p>The term 'restricted visibility' means any condition in which visibility is restricted by fog, mist, falling snow, heavy rainstorms, sandstorms, or any other similar causes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When do the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 enter into force, and what is the requirement for the number of states and aggregate tonnage of merchant fleets to become Parties to the Convention?

<p>The Convention shall enter into force twelve months after the date on which at least 15 States, the aggregate of whose merchant fleets constitutes not less than 65 per cent by number or by tonnage of the world fleet of vessels of 100 gross tons and over have become Parties to it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Convention Undertaking

States agree to implement the rules and annexes of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972.

Convention Signature Period

Until June 1, 1973, then open for accession.

Eligible Convention Parties

Members of the UN, its agencies, the IAEA, or parties to the Statute of the International Court of Justice.

How to Ratify

Deposit an instrument with the Inter-Governmental Maritime Consultative Organization.

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Convention Territorial Extension

The UN or any party responsible for a territory's international relations can extend the Convention to that territory.

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Convention Effective Date

Twelve months after at least 15 states, whose fleets constitute 65% of the world's merchant fleet, become parties.

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Regulations Replacement

Replaced and cancelled the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1960.

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Revision Conference

The Organization may convene a conference to revise the Convention or the Regulations.

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Convention Depository

Deposited with the Organization; Secretary-General sends copies to signing/acceding states.

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Rule Neglect

Neglecting the rules does NOT relieve responsibility, consequences still apply.

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Restricted Visibility

Conditions where visibility is limited by fog, mist, snow, rain, sandstorms, etc.

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Weather Compliance

These regulations apply in all weather conditions, good or bad.

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Study Notes

International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972

  • The Parties to the Convention undertake to give effect to the Rules and other Annexes constituting the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972.
  • The Convention shall remain open for signature until 1 June 1973 and thereafter open for accession.
  • States Members of the United Nations, or of any of the Specialized Agencies, or the International Atomic Energy Agency, or Parties to the Statute of the International Court of Justice may become Parties to this Convention.
  • Ratification, acceptance, approval, or accession shall be effected by the deposit of an instrument with the Inter-Governmental Maritime Consultative organization.
  • The United Nations or any Contracting Party responsible for the international relations of a territory may extend the application of this Convention to such a territory.
  • The Convention shall enter into force twelve months after the date on which at least 15 States, the aggregate of whose merchant fleets constitutes not less than 65 per cent by number or by tonnage of the world fleet of vessels of 100 gross tons and over have become Parties to it.
  • The Regulations replace and abrogate the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1960.
  • A Conference may be convened by the Organization for the purpose of revising this Convention or the Regulations or both.
  • The present Convention and the Regulations shall be deposited with the Organization, and the Secretary-General shall transmit certified true copies thereof to all Governments of states that have signed this Convention or acceded to it.
  • Nothing in these Rules shall exonerate any vessel, or the owner, master or crew thereof, from the consequences of any neglect to comply with these Rules.
  • The term 'restricted visibility' means any condition in which visibility is restricted by fog, mist, falling snow, heavy rainstorms, sandstorms, or any other similar causes.
  • Rules in this Part shall be complied with in all weathers.

International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972

  • The Parties to the Convention undertake to give effect to the Rules and other Annexes constituting the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972.
  • The Convention shall remain open for signature until 1 June 1973 and thereafter open for accession.
  • States Members of the United Nations, or of any of the Specialized Agencies, or the International Atomic Energy Agency, or Parties to the Statute of the International Court of Justice may become Parties to this Convention.
  • Ratification, acceptance, approval, or accession shall be effected by the deposit of an instrument with the Inter-Governmental Maritime Consultative organization.
  • The United Nations or any Contracting Party responsible for the international relations of a territory may extend the application of this Convention to such a territory.
  • The Convention shall enter into force twelve months after the date on which at least 15 States, the aggregate of whose merchant fleets constitutes not less than 65 per cent by number or by tonnage of the world fleet of vessels of 100 gross tons and over have become Parties to it.
  • The Regulations replace and abrogate the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1960.
  • A Conference may be convened by the Organization for the purpose of revising this Convention or the Regulations or both.
  • The present Convention and the Regulations shall be deposited with the Organization, and the Secretary-General shall transmit certified true copies thereof to all Governments of states that have signed this Convention or acceded to it.
  • Nothing in these Rules shall exonerate any vessel, or the owner, master or crew thereof, from the consequences of any neglect to comply with these Rules.
  • The term 'restricted visibility' means any condition in which visibility is restricted by fog, mist, falling snow, heavy rainstorms, sandstorms, or any other similar causes.
  • Rules in this Part shall be complied with in all weathers.

International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972

  • The Parties to the Convention undertake to give effect to the Rules and other Annexes constituting the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972.
  • The Convention shall remain open for signature until 1 June 1973 and thereafter open for accession.
  • States Members of the United Nations, or of any of the Specialized Agencies, or the International Atomic Energy Agency, or Parties to the Statute of the International Court of Justice may become Parties to this Convention.
  • Ratification, acceptance, approval, or accession shall be effected by the deposit of an instrument with the Inter-Governmental Maritime Consultative organization.
  • The United Nations or any Contracting Party responsible for the international relations of a territory may extend the application of this Convention to such a territory.
  • The Convention shall enter into force twelve months after the date on which at least 15 States, the aggregate of whose merchant fleets constitutes not less than 65 per cent by number or by tonnage of the world fleet of vessels of 100 gross tons and over have become Parties to it.
  • The Regulations replace and abrogate the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1960.
  • A Conference may be convened by the Organization for the purpose of revising this Convention or the Regulations or both.
  • The present Convention and the Regulations shall be deposited with the Organization, and the Secretary-General shall transmit certified true copies thereof to all Governments of states that have signed this Convention or acceded to it.
  • Nothing in these Rules shall exonerate any vessel, or the owner, master or crew thereof, from the consequences of any neglect to comply with these Rules.
  • The term 'restricted visibility' means any condition in which visibility is restricted by fog, mist, falling snow, heavy rainstorms, sandstorms, or any other similar causes.
  • Rules in this Part shall be complied with in all weathers.

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