4.1 KiB
US Coast Guard Navigation Rules
Navigation Rules and Regulations
I. Introduction
The introduction provides an overview of the International and Inland Navigation Rules.
A. International Rules
The International Rules, also known as the 72 COLREGS (Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972), apply to vessels on international waters.
B. Inland Rules
The Inland Rules, contained in the Inland Navigational Rules Act of 1980, apply to vessels navigating on inland waters of the United States.
II. Part A - General
This part covers general rules and definitions that apply to both International and Inland Rules.
A. Rule 1: Application
Rule 1 states the application of the Rules and the responsibilities of the vessel owners, masters, and crew to comply with the Rules.
B. Rule 2: Responsibility
Rule 2 explains the responsibility of vessels to comply with the Rules and take necessary precautions to avoid collisions.
C. Rule 3: General Definitions
Rule 3 provides definitions for terms used throughout the Rules, such as "vessel," "power-driven vessel," "sailing vessel," and "vessel engaged in fishing."
III. Part B - Steering and Sailing Rules
This part is divided into three sections that cover the conduct of vessels in various situations.
A. Section I - Conduct of Vessels in Any Condition of Visibility
This section contains rules that apply to vessels in any visibility condition.
- Rule 4: Application
- Rule 5: Look-out
- Rule 6: Safe Speed
- Rule 7: Risk of Collision
- Rule 8: Action to Avoid Collision
- Rule 9: Narrow Channels
- Rule 10: Traffic Separation Schemes
B. Section II - Conduct of Vessels in Sight of One Another
This section covers rules for vessels that are in sight of each other.
- Rule 11: Application
- Rule 12: Sailing Vessels
- Rule 13: Overtaking
- Rule 14: Head-on Situation
- Rule 15: Crossing Situation
- Rule 16: Action by Give-way Vessel
- Rule 17: Action by Stand-on Vessel
- Rule 18: Responsibilities Between Vessels
C. Section III - Conduct of Vessels in Restricted Visibility
This section contains rules for vessels navigating in restricted visibility conditions.
- Rule 19: Conduct of Vessels in Restricted Visibility
IV. Part C - Lights and Shapes
This part covers the requirements for lights and shapes that vessels must display in various situations.
A. Rule 20: Application
B. Rule 21: Definitions
C. Rule 22: Visibility of Lights
D. Rule 23: Power-driven Vessels Underway
E. Rule 24: Towing and Pushing
F. Rule 25: Sailing Vessels Underway and Vessels Under Oars
G. Rule 26: Fishing Vessels
H. Rule 27: Vessels Not Under Command or Restricted in Their Ability to Maneuver
I. Rule 28: Vessels Constrained by Their Draft
J. Rule 29: Pilot Vessels
K. Rule 30: Anchored Vessels and Vessels Aground
L. Rule 31: Seaplanes
V. Part D - Sound and Light Signals
This part covers the requirements for sound and light signals that vessels must use in various situations.
A. Rule 32: Definitions
B. Rule 33: Equipment for Sound Signals
C. Rule 34: Maneuvering and Warning Signals
D. Rule 35: Sound Signals in Restricted Visibility
E. Rule 36: Signals to Attract Attention
F. Rule 37: Distress Signals
VI. Part E - Exemptions and Annexes
This part covers exemptions from the Rules and additional information in the annexes.
A. Rule 38: Exemptions
B. Annex I: Positioning and Technical Details of Lights and Shapes
C. Annex II: Additional Signals for Fishing Vessels Fishing in Close Proximity
D. Annex III: Technical Details of Sound Signal Appliances
E. Annex IV: Distress Signals
F. Annex V: Pilot Rules
VII. Other Regulations
This section covers additional regulations related to navigation.