Rules of the Road · Action to Avoid Collision
Under Rule 8(d), action taken to avoid collision with another vessel shall be such as to result in passing at a safe distance. Which statement correctly completes the Rule's requirement?
- AAnd shall be accompanied by the appropriate sound signal
- BThe effectiveness of the action shall be carefully checked until the other vessel is finally past and clear✓ Correct
- CAnd shall be taken at least 15 minutes before the predicted time of closest approach
- DAnd shall be confirmed by the other vessel using VHF communication
Explanation
Rule 8(d) requires that after action to avoid collision, the effectiveness shall be carefully checked until the other vessel is finally past and clear. A single alteration is not enough — the mariner must monitor the developing situation and take further action if the initial maneuver proves insufficient.
Authority: 72 COLREGS Rule 8(d)
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