Rules of the Road Flashcards
Both INT & INL A vessel transferring cargo while underway is classified by Rules as a vessel
Restricted in her ability to manuver
Both INT & INL Which vessel is, by definition, unable to keep out of the way of another vessel
Vessel restricted in her ability to manuver
Both INT & INL The term ‘restricted visibility’ as used in the Rules refers
To any condition where visibility is restricted
Both INT & INL To be considered ‘engaged in fishing’ according to the RoR a vessel must be
Using fishing apparatus which restricts maneuverability
INT ONLY The International Rules of the Road apply
Upon the high seas and connnecting waters navigable by seagoing vessels
Both INT & INL The Navigational Rules define a ‘vessel not under command’ as a vessel which
Through some exceptional circumstance is unable to maneuver as required by the rules
Both INT & INL Which vessel is NOT to be regarded as a vessel ‘restricted in her ability to manuver’
A vessel pushing and a vessel being pushed when connected in a composite unit
Both INT & INL A vessel is being propelled by both sail and by engines, under the Rules the Road, the vessel is
A power driven vessel
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The term “restricted visibility” when used by the rules, refers to
any condition where visibility is restricted
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which situation would be a “special circumstance” under the Rules?
More than two vessels meeting
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND For the purpose of the Rules except where otherwise required the term
“Vessel” includes seaplanes
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The term “power-driven vessel” refers to any vessel
with propelling machinery in use
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What determines if a vessel is “restricted in her ability to maneuver”?
Whether the nature of the vessel’s work limits maneuverability required by the Rules
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND There is a provision to depart from the Rules, if necessary, to avoid
immediate danger
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel is “underway” according to the Rules
A purse seiner hauling her nets
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel is “engaged in fishing” when
she is using fishing apparatus which restricts her maneuverability
A vessel is “in sight” of another vessel when
she can be observed visually from the other vessel
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What does the word “breadth” mean
Greatest breadth
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning a “vessel engaged in fishing”
The vessel may be using nets, lines, or trawls.
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel “restricted in her ability to maneuver” is one which
from the nature of her work is unable to maneuver as required by the rules
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are approaching a narrow channel. Another vessel in the channel can only be navigated safely in that channel. You should
not cross the channel if you might impede the other vessel
INTERNATIONAL ONLY Which vessel shall avoid impeding the safe passage of a vessel constrained by her draft
A fishing vessel.
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In determining “safe speed”, all of the following must be taken into account
EXCEPT the
maximum horsepower of your vessel
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are approaching another vessel and are not sure whether danger of collision exists. You must assume
there is risk of collision
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The rule regarding lookouts applies
at all times
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In narrow channels, vessels of less than what length shall not impede the safe passage of vessels which can navigate only inside the channel
20 meters
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel proceeding along a narrow channel shall
keep as near as safe and practicable to the limit of the channel on her starboard side
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A lookout shall be maintained
at all times
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND When in sight of another vessel, any action taken to avoid collision must
not result in another close quarters situation
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Risk of collision exists when an approaching vessel has a(n)
generally steady bearing and decreasing range
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel must proceed at a safe speed
at all times
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which factor is listed in the Rules as one which must be taken into account when determining safe speed
The maneuverability of the vessel.
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Under the Rules, any vessel may slacken her speed, stop, or reverse her engines to
allow more time to assess the situation
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are crossing a narrow channel in an 18-meter tug when you sight a
loaded tankship off your port bow coming up the channel. Which statement is correct?
You cannot impede the safe passage of the tankship.
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning a vessel equipped with operational
radar?
She must use this equipment to obtain early warning of risk of collision.
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel using a traffic separation scheme shall NOT
proceed in an inappropriate traffic lane
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Every vessel should at all times proceed at a “safe speed”. “Safe speed” is
defined as that speed where
you can take proper and effective action to avoid collision
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What is a requirement for any action taken to avoid collision?
The action must be positive and made in ample time.
