Signals and Right of Way Rules Flashcards
What different horn signals are for approaching a OPEN draw bridge
Request entry into opened draw bridge(by boat operator) - one long blast, then one short blast
If no reply is made within 30 seconds you may proceed with caution
Five short blast from bridge operator means do not proceed through bridge
Horn signal for danger
Five short blasts
What is a general rule of thumb if you are the “give way” vessel
Take action early
Make big course changes, slow, or stop
Make your intentions obvious
What color are port running lights
Red
Which vessels have the right of way over others
1) Disabled vessels
2) Difficult to maneuver (dredge)
3) Excessive draft vessels (tankers)
4) Commercial fishing operations
5) Sailboats
6) Powered
What different horn signals are for approaching a CLOSED draw bridge
Request to open signal(by boat operator) - one long blast, then one short blast
Bridge operator will reply with the same if bridge is to be opened immediately
Five short blasts mean operator cannot comply immediately
What color are starboard running lights
Green
When head on with another craft what should you do
Turn starboard and pass port to port
Horn signal for turn to starboard
One short blast
Horn signal nearing a blind spot
One long blast
How long is a short and long blast signal
Short = 1 second
Long = 4-6 seconds
If converging with another boat, and you see red lights what should you do
Give way
If you are the “Stand-On” vessel what should you do with oncoming traffic
Maintain course and speed so other vessels can predict your movements
Is a sailboat considered a “powerboat” if the sails are up but the engine is running
Yes
If converging with another boat, and you see green lights what should you do
Stand on
Horn signal for turn to port
Two short blasts
Horn signal for backing
Three short blasts
What colors are the two different “diver flags”
Where are these flags located
White and blue
-Located on boats or docks
White buoy and red flag with white diagonal stripe
-Exact location of diver
What color lights (that are also elevated) do trawlers and commercial fishers have
Trawlers = green over white
Commercial fishers = red over white
What are the 3 basic right of way rules for boats under SAIL
1) Starboard tack has right of way over port tack
2) When on same tack, the leeward boat has the right of way
3) The overtaking boat must stay clear of the boat ahead
Horn signal for leaving under power
One long blast
