USCG Exam PracticeRule 19 — Conduct of Vessels in Restricted Visibility
A vessel in restricted visibility hears a fog signal apparently forward of her beam and has not determined whether a risk of collision exists. What action does Inland Rule 19 require?
- A. Maintain speed and course and sound the danger signal
- ✓ Reduce speed to the minimum at which she can be kept on course and, if necessary, take all way offCorrect
- C. Alter course to starboard and increase speed to clear the area
- D. Alter course to port to open the bearing
Why B is correct
33 CFR §83.19(e) requires that except where it has been determined that a risk of collision does not exist, a vessel hearing a fog signal apparently forward of her beam shall reduce speed to the minimum at which she can be kept on course and, if necessary, take all her way off, navigating with extreme caution until danger of collision is over.
Cited:33 CFR §83.19(e)