USCG Exam PracticeRule 10 — Traffic Separation Schemes
A vessel not using a traffic separation scheme is in the vicinity of one. What does Rule 10 require of her?
- A. She shall proceed through the nearest traffic lane in the appropriate direction
- ✓ She shall avoid the scheme by as wide a margin as is practicableCorrect
- C. She shall anchor clear of the separation zone until traffic clears
- D. She shall use the inshore traffic zone as an alternative route
Why B is correct
33 CFR §83.10(h) requires a vessel not using a traffic separation scheme to avoid it by as wide a margin as is practicable. She is not required to transit through it or anchor.
Cited:33 CFR §83.10(h)