What is Rule 2 of the rules of the road?

Rule 2(a) requires that not only we need to comply with the COLREGS, in doing so we also need to take precautions so that we do not land in a situation where non-compliance with the COLREGS is the only way to avoid danger. In other words, we must use the ordinary practice of seaman when complying with the COLREGS.

Which situation may allow a vessel to depart from the rules as stated in Rule 2?

Special circumstances and immediate danger: This Rule does not give any vessel the right to take action contrary to the Regulations whenever it is considered to be advantageous to do so. A departure is only permitted when there are special circumstances and there is immediate danger.

What does the navigation Rule 2 explain?

Rule 2 Responsibility. 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 or of the neglect of any precaution which may be required by the ordinary practice of seamen, or by the special circumstances of the case.

What is Regulation 17 of Section II Colreg?

Rule 17 deals with the action of the stand-on vessel, including the provision that the stand-on vessel may “take action to avoid collision by her manoeuvre alone as soon as it becomes apparent to her that the vessel required to keep out of the way is not taking appropriate action.

What is the most important rule in COLREGs?

Rule 5: Look out In my opinion this is the most important rule in the entire COLREG. All other rules are based on the fact that we are aware of our surrounding. But if we fail to keep a proper look out, we would not be able to apply other rules too. By sight and hearing.

What is the Rule No 2?

Your responsibility is not only to follow the COLREGs – you are also responsible for doing everything necessary to avoid the risk of collision and the dangers of navigation. Rule 2(a) requires you to follow both the rules and ‘the ordinary practice of seamen’. This means that you must always use common sense.

Where do COLREGs apply?

Rule 1 states that the rules apply to all vessels upon the high seas and all waters connected to the high seas and navigable by seagoing vessels. Rule 2 covers the responsibility of the master, owner and crew to comply with the rules.

When navigating in thick fog with the radar on you should?

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND When navigating in thick fog with the radar on, which action should you take? BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The Navigation Rules state that a vessel shall be operated at a safe speed at all times so that she can be stopped within.

What is COLREG 20?

Every vessel shall at all times maintain a proper look-out by sight and hearing as well as by all available means appropriate in the prevailing circumstances and conditions so as to make a full appraisal of the situation and of the risk of collision.

What is the purpose of Rule 17 A II?

Rule 17(a)(ii): ‘as soon as it becomes apparent’ that the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action, then you may take your own action to avoid a collision. Rule 17(b): when a collision cannot be avoided by the give-way vessel alone, then you must take the best action you can to avoid colliding.

What does Annex II of COLREG covers?

Annex I – Positioning and technical details of lights and shapes. Annex II – Additional signals for fishing vessels fishing in close proximity. Annex III – Technical details of sounds signal appliances. Annex IV – Distress signals, which lists the signals indicating distress and need of assistance.

What is the COLREG Rule 3?

Rule 3 gives the general definitions used in the COLREGS. It is important that the definitions are fully understood so that the correct actions are taken by all vessels when they meet.