Special hrb Rules

Question 1

Pilots

Answer 1

Pilots are compulsory for all vessels except those under enrollment or engaged exclusively in the coasting trade on the west coast of the us and Canada. Pilots may be obtained directly from PSP or at the port Angeles pilot station vhf ch 13

Question 2

VTS

Answer 2

USCG is in charge of enforcement, supervision, and compliance of PSVTS

Question 3

72 colregs

Answer 3

72 colregs apply here and are enforced for the USCG

Question 4

Customs

Answer 4

The closest customs port of entry are Port Angeles and Victoria BC for respective countries

Question 5

Logging

Answer 5

Is one of the main industries of the area. Vessels should watch out for floating logs, sinkers and sea head. During periods of heavy rain, storm and unusually high tides the danger is increased

Question 6

Vessel traffic system

Answer 6

Has been established East in the straits of Juan de fuca, east of port Angeles and in the adjacent waters.

Question 7

Due to heavy Vsls concentrations

Answer 7

The waters of the strait of Juan de fuca, the San Juan islands and the strait of Georgia including all adjacent waters are a regulated navigation area