USCG Exam PracticeRule 32 — Sound Signal Definitions
A power-driven vessel of 25 meters in length is operating in restricted visibility and is making way through the water. At what maximum interval must she sound her fog signal, and what is that signal?
- ✓ One prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 2 minutesCorrect
- B. Two prolonged blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes
- C. One prolonged followed by two short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes
- D. One prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 1 minute
Why A is correct
33 CFR §83.35(a) requires a power-driven vessel making way through the water to sound one prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 2 minutes. Two prolonged blasts applies to a vessel underway but stopped and making no way per §83.35(b).
Cited:33 CFR §83.35