- explain the application of the rules as set out in Rule 1

- define the term ‘traffic separation scheme’

- state & describe the responsibility to comply with the rules as set out in Rule 2
- describe and cite examples of precautions which may be required by the ordinary practice of
seamen or by the special circumstances of the case
- give examples of circumstances which may make a departure from the rules necessary
- state & describe the general definitions which apply throughout the rules
- explain the term ‘vessel constrained by her draught’
- distinguish between ‘under way’ and ‘making way’
- explain ‘a proper look-out’ and interprets the intent of ‘full appraisal of the situation and the risk of
collision’
- explain the use of radar in the context of Rule 5
-explain what is meant by a safe speed
- describe, with reference to court cases, how ‘proper and effective action’ and ‘within a distance
appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions’ may be interpreted
- state & describe the factors to be taken into account in determining a safe speed
- explain how the use of radar affects the determination of safe speed
- explain what is meant by risk of collision
- describe the proper use of radar equipment in determining whether a risk of collision exists
- explain the dangers of making assumptions on the basis of scanty information, citing examples
from clear weather as well as the use of radar
- illustrate, using examples from court cases, how failure to plot may lead to a lack of appreciation of
a developing situation
- illustrate, using examples from court decisions, the following actions to avoid collision referred to
in Rule 8
- positive action in ample time large enough to be readily apparent
- alteration of course alone
- passing at a safe distance
- checking the effectiveness of action taken
- reduction of speed
- taking all way off
- demonstrate an understanding of Rule 9 by:
- defining the terms ‘narrow channel’ and ‘fairway’
- describing how to proceed along the course of a narrow channel
- describing the navigation of small craft and sailing vessels in a narrow channel
- stating the restrictions on crossing the channel or fairway
describing the conduct of vessels engaged in fishing
- stating the procedure for overtaking in a narrow channel
- describing the actions to be taken on nearing a bend in a narrow channel or fairway
- define ‘traffic lane’, ‘separation line’, ‘separation zone’, ‘inshore traffic zone’
- describe how to navigate in a traffic separation scheme with reference to:

entering and leaving the traffic separation scheme

- entering and leaving traffic lane
- crossing lanes
- the use of inshore traffic zones
- crossing separation lines or entering separation zones other than when crossing, joining or leaving a
lane
- states describes the requirements for vessels:
- navigating in areas near the terminations of traffic separation schemes
- anchoring
- not using a traffic separation scheme
- engaged in fishing
- states that a vessel of less than 20 meters in length or a sailing vessel must not impede the safe
passage of a power-driven vessel following a traffic lane
- states that the exemptions for vessels restricted in their ability to maneuver when engaged in an
operation for the
- maintenance of safety of navigation
- laying, servicing or picking up of a submarine cable
- explain the meaning of ‘precautionary area’
- define ‘deep water route’ and states describes for whom such a route is intended
- explain what is meant by ‘vessels in sight of one another’
- demonstrates, with the use of models displaying proper signals or lights, a navigation light
simulator or otherwise, the proper action to take to avoid collision with other vessels in sight
- explain how to decide when a vessel is an overtaking vessel
- compare and analyses the various avoiding actions which may be taken by an overtaking vessel
- explain the application of Rule 14, Head-on Situation
- explain why the give-way vessel in a crossing situation shall, if the circumstances admit, avoid
crossing ahead of the other vessel
- explain the application of Rule 15 when crossing narrow channels and traffic lanes
- explain how Rule 16 and Rule 8 relate regarding the action by a give-way vessel
- explain the position of stand-on vessel in cases where a risk of collision exists between more than
two vessels
- explain how to decide when to take avoiding action as stand-on vessel
- describe the actions which may be taken by the stand-on vessel
- states describes the avoiding action which must be taken by the stand-on vessel
- explain states that a potential collision situation may be divided into the following four stages:
- at long range, before risk of collision exists and both vessels are free to take any action
- risk of collision applies, the give-way vessel is required to take action and the other vessel must
keep her course and speed
- the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action
- collision cannot be avoided by the action of the give-way vessel alone
- explains the responsibilities between vessels with reference to Rules 18 and 3
- explains the application of Rule 19
- compares Rule 6 and Rule 19 regarding the determination of safe speed
- explains how courts have interpreted ‘a close-quarters situation’
- explains how courts have interpreted ‘navigate with extreme caution’
- demonstrates, using a maneuvering board or radar simulator, how to determine risk of collision and
the proper action to take to avoid collision in restricted visibility
IALA Buoyage System
Explain the principles and rules of the International Association of Lighthouse Authorities
(IALA) Maritime Buoyage System, Systems “A” and “B”
Recognize the lights and shapes displayed on lateral and cardinal marks
Recognize the lights and shapes displayed on other types of buoys in the system