USCG Exam PracticeRule 10 — Traffic Separation Schemes
Rule 10 governs traffic separation schemes. Which of the following correctly states the relationship between Rule 10 and a vessel's obligations under all other Rules of the Road?
- A. Rule 10 supersedes all other Rules while a vessel is within a traffic separation scheme
- B. Rule 10 applies only to vessels of 20 meters or more in length and does not affect smaller vessels' obligations under other Rules
- ✓ Rule 10 does not relieve any vessel of her obligation under any other Rule in subchapter ECorrect
- D. Rule 10 suspends the application of Rules 4 through 9 within a traffic separation scheme
Why C is correct
33 CFR §83.10(a) explicitly states that Rule 10 applies to traffic separation schemes and does not relieve any vessel of her obligation under any other Rule in subchapter E. A vessel in a TSS must still comply with all other applicable Rules, including collision avoidance, lookout, and safe speed requirements.
Cited:33 CFR §83.10(a)