Rule 37 : Distress signalsWhen a vessel is in distress and requires assistance she shall use or exhibit the signals described in Annex IV to these Regulations. … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2015
Rule 36 : Signals to attract attention
Rule 36 - Signals to attract attentionIf necessary to attract the attention of another vessel any vessel may make light or sound signals that cannot be mistaken for any signal authorized elsewhere in these Rules, or may direct the beam of her searchlight in the direction of the danger, in such a way as not to embarrass any vessel. Any light to attract the attention of another vessel shall be such that it cannot be mistaken for any aid to navigation. For the purpose of this Rule the use of high intensity intermittent or revolving lights, such as strobe lights, shall be avoided. … [Read more...]
Rule 35 – Sound signals in restricted visibility
Rule 35: Sound signals in restricted visibilityIn or near an area of restricted visibility, whether, by day or night, the signals prescribed in this Rule shall be used as follows:a. A power-driven vessel making way through the water shall sound at intervals of not more than 2 minutes one prolonged blast.b. A power-driven vessel underway but stopped and making no way through the water shall sound at intervals of riot more than 2 minutes two prolonged blasts in succession with an interval of about 2 seconds between them. c. A vessel not under command, a … [Read more...]