Contracting Parties shall use the provisions of the Code for Implementation in the execution of their obligations and responsibilities contained in the present Convention. … [Read more...]
Rule 20 – Application
Rule 20 : Applicationa. Rules in this part shall be complied with in all weathers.b. The Rules concerning lights shall be complied with from sunset to sunrise, and during such times no other lights shall be exhibited, except such lights as cannot be mistaken for the lights specified in these Rules or do not impair their visibility or distinctive character, interfere with the keeping of a proper look-out. c. The lights prescribed by these Rules shall, if carried, also be exhibited from sunrise to sunset and in restricted visibility and may be exhibited in all other circumstances when … [Read more...]
Rule 11 – Application
Section II - Conduct of vessels in sight of one another Rule 11 - Application Rules in this section apply to vessels in sight of one another. … [Read more...]
Rule 4 – Application
Section 1 — Conduct of Vessels in any Condition of Visibility Rule 4 : Application Rules in this section apply in any condition of visibility.Meaning: The above section applies to all vessels and under any condition of visibility that is good visibility as well as when under poor visibility whatever the cause may be. … [Read more...]
Rule 1 – Application
a. These Rules shall apply to all vessels upon the high seas and in all waters connected therewith navigable by seagoing vessels.Meaning: All ships big or small are to follow the rules as given in Colregs. Small yachts, fishing vessels, and other barges all - as long as they sail on the seas. All waters connected to the high seas which include major rivers, having ports on their banks and which are visited by sea-going vessels. 'High Seas' means open seas, coastal waters or waters far away from land. All bays, and canals which are connected to the seas provided that they are sailed on by … [Read more...]