Rules of the Road · Distress Signals
The SOS Morse code signal (. . . - - - . . .) transmitted by any means is listed where in the COLREGS?
- ARule 37
- BAnnex IV, paragraph 1(h)✓ Correct
- CRule 35(a)
- DAnnex II, paragraph 3
Explanation
Annex IV paragraph 1(h) recognizes 'a signal made by radiotelegraphy or by any other signalling method consisting of the group . . . - - - . . . (SOS in Morse Code).' Rule 37 references Annex IV for the list of signals; Annex IV contains the actual enumeration. The SOS signal can be sent by light, sound, or radio.
Authority: 72 COLREGS Annex IV, paragraph 1(h)
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