ColRegs Misc

Question 1

What is the significance of MSN1781 (M+F)

Answer 1

This MSN and the rules outlined in it, are an integral part of the Merchant shipping (distress signals and Prevention of Collisions) regulations 1996. These regulations implement the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972, as amended.

Question 2

What does the flag combination YG mean?

Answer 2

Yankee Golf, you appear to not be complying with a TSS

Question 3

Define Do Not Impede

Answer 3

A vessel required not to impede, must take early and substantial action, in order to avoid the development of a close quarters situation

Question 4

What is MGN 364 (M+F)

Answer 4

Navigation: Traffic Separation Schemes -
Application of Rule 10 and Navigation in the Dover
Strait

Question 5

What does DW stand for in a TSS?

Answer 5

Deep Water route, unless you require the depth, you should avoid it