USCG Exam PracticeRule 8 — Action to Avoid Collision
After taking action to avoid collision, how long must a vessel continue to check the effectiveness of that action?
- ✓ Until the other vessel is finally past and clearCorrect
- B. Until the CPA is reached
- C. Until the other vessel acknowledges the maneuver by sound signal
- D. Until the vessel returns to her original course and speed
Why A is correct
33 CFR §83.08(d) requires that the effectiveness of the action shall be carefully checked until the other vessel is finally past and clear. CPA, sound signal acknowledgment, and resumption of original course are not the standards stated in the rule.
Cited:33 CFR §83.08