USCG Exam PracticeRule 8 — Action to Avoid Collision
A vessel whose safe passage is not to be impeded finds herself approaching the non-impeding vessel in a manner that involves risk of collision. Which statement is correct regarding her obligations?
- A. She is exempt from Rules 4-19 because the other vessel bears the non-impeding duty
- ✓ She remains fully obliged to comply with Rules 4-19Correct
- C. She need only maintain her course and speed as the privileged vessel
- D. She shall take all way off and wait for the other vessel to clear
Why B is correct
33 CFR §83.08(f)(iii) states that a vessel the passage of which is not to be impeded remains fully obliged to comply with Rules 4-19 when the two vessels are approaching one another so as to involve risk of collision. The protected status under the non-impeding provision does not suspend the vessel's obligations under the steering and sailing rules.
Cited:33 CFR §83.08