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        • Rule 19 – Conduct of vessels in restricted visibility
    • Part C- Lights and Shapes
      • Rule 20 – Application
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      • Rule 23 – Power-driven vessels underway
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      • Rule 25 – Sailing vessels underway and vessels under oars
      • Rule 26 – Fishing vessels
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    • Part D- Sound and Light Signals
      • Rule 32 – Definitions
      • Rule 33 – Equipment for sound signals
      • Rule 34 – Manoeuvring and warning signals
      • Rule 35 – Sound signals in restricted visibility
      • Rule 36 : Signals to attract attention
      • Rule 37 – Distress signals
    • Part E- Exemptions (Rule 38)
      • Rule 38 – Exemptions
    • Part F – Verification of compliance with the provisions of the Convention
      • Rule 39 – Definitions
      • Rule 40 – Application
      • Rule 41 – Verification of compliance
    • Annexes
      • Annex 1 – Positioning and technical details of lights and shapes
      • ANNEX II – Additional Signals for Fishing Vessels Fishing in Close Proximity
      • ANNEX III – Technical Details of Sound Signal Appliances
      • ANNEX IV – Distress Signals
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Precautions while Entering and Navigating within Ice Limits

Precautions you will take while entering ice limit:The route recommended by the Ice Superintendent through the appropriate reporting system i.e. ECAREG or NORDREG, is based on the latest available information and Masters are advised to adjust their course accordingly. Do not enter ice if an alternative, although longer, open water route is available. Enter the ice at low & speed to receive the initial impact: once into the pack. Increase speed gradually to maintain headway and control of the ship, but do not let the speed increase beyond the point at which she might suffer … [Read more...]

By Cult of Sea Filed Under: Navigation Tagged With: bergy, ecareg, ice, ice navigation, mcts, navigation, nordreg, ship

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