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What is the primary consideration for a vessel's speed according to Rule 18?
What is the primary consideration for a vessel's speed according to Rule 18?
- The vessel's maneuverability, visibility, and traffic density (correct)
- The vessel's size and type
- The vessel's cargo and destination
- The vessel's crew experience and training
When two sailing vessels are approaching each other, which one has the right of way?
When two sailing vessels are approaching each other, which one has the right of way?
- The vessel on the port tack
- The vessel with the faster speed
- The vessel on the starboard tack (correct)
- The vessel with the smaller size
What is the responsibility of the stand-on vessel in a crossing situation?
What is the responsibility of the stand-on vessel in a crossing situation?
- To maintain its course and speed (correct)
- To alter course to port
- To cross the bow of the give-way vessel
- To take early and substantial action to avoid collision
In a head-on situation, what action should be taken by the vessels?
In a head-on situation, what action should be taken by the vessels?
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What is the primary responsibility of every vessel in restricted visibility?
What is the primary responsibility of every vessel in restricted visibility?
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When two vessels are approaching each other at an angle, which vessel has the duty to give way?
When two vessels are approaching each other at an angle, which vessel has the duty to give way?
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What is the primary responsibility of the give-way vessel in a crossing situation?
What is the primary responsibility of the give-way vessel in a crossing situation?
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What is the purpose of a competent lookout on a vessel?
What is the purpose of a competent lookout on a vessel?
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Study Notes
Vessel Navigation (Rules 11-14)
- Rule 11: Application of Rules 11-18
- Apply to vessels in sight of one another
- Do not apply to vessels in restricted visibility
- Rule 12: Sailing Vessels
- When two sailing vessels are approaching each other, the one on the starboard tack has the right of way
- When both vessels are on the same tack, the one to windward gives way to the one to leeward
- Rule 13: Overtaking
- Any vessel overtaking another shall keep out of the way of the vessel being overtaken
- The vessel being overtaken shall maintain its course and speed
- Rule 14: Head-on Situation
- When two vessels are approaching each other head-on, they shall alter course to starboard to avoid collision
Vessel Traffic (Rules 15-17)
- Rule 15: Crossing Situation
- When two vessels are approaching each other at an angle, the vessel that has the other on its starboard side shall give way
- The vessel that has the other on its port side shall keep its course and speed
- Rule 16: Action by Give-way Vessel
- The give-way vessel shall take early and substantial action to avoid collision
- The give-way vessel shall not cross the bow of the stand-on vessel
- Rule 17: Action by Stand-on Vessel
- The stand-on vessel shall maintain its course and speed
- The stand-on vessel may take action to avoid collision if necessary
Safe Speed (Rule 18)
- Rule 18: Responsibilities
- Every vessel shall proceed at a safe speed
- Safe speed takes into account the vessel's maneuverability, visibility, and traffic density
Lookout and Safe Distance (Rule 19)
- Rule 19: Conduct of Vessels in Restricted Visibility
- Every vessel shall keep a safe distance from other vessels
- Every vessel shall have a competent lookout to maintain a safe distance and avoid collision
Vessel Navigation (Rules 11-14)
- Vessels in sight of one another must follow Rules 11-18
- Rules 11-18 do not apply to vessels in restricted visibility
Sailing Vessels (Rule 12)
- When two sailing vessels approach each other, the one on the starboard tack has priority
- When both vessels are on the same tack, the one to windward gives way to the one to leeward
Overtaking (Rule 13)
- An overtaking vessel must keep out of the way of the vessel being overtaken
- The vessel being overtaken maintains its course and speed
Head-on Situation (Rule 14)
- When two vessels approach each other head-on, they must alter course to starboard to avoid collision
Vessel Traffic (Rules 15-17)
Crossing Situation (Rule 15)
- When two vessels approach each other at an angle, the vessel on the starboard side gives way
- The vessel on the port side maintains its course and speed
Give-way Vessel (Rule 16)
- The give-way vessel takes early and substantial action to avoid collision
- The give-way vessel does not cross the bow of the stand-on vessel
Stand-on Vessel (Rule 17)
- The stand-on vessel maintains its course and speed
- The stand-on vessel may take action to avoid collision if necessary
Safe Speed (Rule 18)
- Every vessel must proceed at a safe speed
- Safe speed considers the vessel's maneuverability, visibility, and traffic density
Lookout and Safe Distance (Rule 19)
- Every vessel keeps a safe distance from other vessels
- Every vessel has a competent lookout to maintain a safe distance and avoid collision
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This quiz covers rules 11-14 of vessel navigation, including application of rules, sailing vessels, and overtaking. It explains the right of way and giving way rules for vessels in sight of each other.
