Special Harbor, Pilot and Customs Rule Flashcards
1
Q
Rules
A
72 COLREGS apply and are enforced by USCG
2
Q
PS Pilot
A
Compulsory for all vessels except those under enrollment or engaged exclusively in the coastwise trade on the west coast of the US + Canada. Puget Sound pilots can be contacted via VHF 13 or Marine exchange on WHF 20.
3
Q
Port of Entry
A
Tacoma is closest customs port of Entry.
4
Q
Quarantine
A
Quarantine is enforced in accordance with US Public Heath Service requirements.
5
Q
Depart Point Defiance
A
One prolonged blast leaving the Point Defiance ferry dock due to obstructed visibility with E. Tacoma Yacht Club breakwater and main building.
6
Q
Log Tows
A
Slow for log tows (wake control).
