Rule 9 (Narrow Channels)

Question 1

Rule 9 (a): What limit/side should a vessel proceeding along a narrow channel keep to?

Answer 1

Outer limit on the starboard side.

Question 2

Rule 9 (b)(c): What vessels mat not impede the passage of those that can only navigate safely within a narrow channel/fairway?

Answer 2

All vessels + Vessel under 20m or sailing vessel/vessel engaged in fishing.

Question 3

Rule 9 (d): Which sound signal can be used if in doubt to the intention of the crossing vessel?

Answer 3

5 short rapid blasts on the whistle,

Question 4

Rule 9 ( ei): How should a vessel seek permission if intending to overtake in a narrow channel?

Answer 4

2 prolonged + 1 short for stbd side/2 prolonged + 2 short port side.

Question 5

Rule 9 (eii): How should the vessel to be overtake respond?

Answer 5

1 prolonged + 1 short +1 prolonged + 1 short

Question 6

Rule 9 (f): What sound shall a vessel indicate if approaching a bend?

Answer 6

1 prolonged blasted blast

Question 7

Rule 9 (g) What are the restriction on anchoring within a channel?

Answer 7

All vessels should avoid anchoring in a narrow channel if the circumstances permit.