SVOP Collision Avoidance and Regulations 2

Question 1

Rule 9 of the Collision Regulations requires vessels in a narrow channel to:

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Keep to the starboard side of the channel as far as practicable

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Keep to the port side and flash a light signal when meeting traffic

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Anchor and wait for oncoming traffic to clear before proceeding

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Travel down the centre of the channel at reduced speed

Question 2

What does a single prolonged blast (4–6 seconds) on a vessel's whistle signal in fog?

Accepted Answer

A power-driven vessel making way through the water

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A vessel at anchor in restricted visibility

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A vessel in distress needing assistance

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A vessel aground and warning off other traffic

Question 3

When two sailing vessels are approaching each other and both have the wind on the same side, which vessel gives way?

Accepted Answer

The vessel to windward gives way to the vessel to leeward

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The larger vessel gives way regardless of wind position

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The vessel travelling faster gives way

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The vessel to leeward gives way to the vessel to windward

Question 4

What action is the 'give-way' vessel required to take under the Collision Regulations?

Accepted Answer

Take early and substantial action to keep well clear, avoiding crossing ahead of the stand-on vessel

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Wait until the last possible moment before altering course

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Flash a light signal and hold course unless collision is imminent

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Sound a whistle and slow to dead stop

Question 5

Under Rule 17, when may the stand-on vessel deviate from its course and speed?

Accepted Answer

When it becomes apparent that the give-way vessel is not taking sufficient action to avoid collision

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At any time — the stand-on vessel always has priority and can manoeuvre freely

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Only after sounding five short blasts and waiting 30 seconds

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Only if directed to do so by a Vessel Traffic Service

Question 6

What is the meaning of five or more short blasts on a vessel's whistle?

Accepted Answer

Danger signal — the vessel is unsure of the other vessel's intentions or believes a collision is imminent

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The vessel is departing a berth and requests others to keep clear

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An overtaking vessel requesting permission to pass on the port side

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A vessel at anchor warning of its position in fog