Rules of the Road · Inland-Specific Provisions
Under 72 COLREGS Rule 15 (crossing situation), how does the give-way vessel's obligation differ from Inland Rule 15?
- AUnder COLREGS, the give-way vessel must avoid crossing ahead; under Inland Rules, the give-way vessel must sound one short blast
- BThey are identical in all respects
- CUnder Inland Rules, the give-way vessel keeps out of the way; COLREGS further specifies the give-way vessel should avoid crossing ahead of the stand-on vessel✓ Correct
- DUnder COLREGS, the stand-on vessel is permitted to take early action; Inland Rules prohibit this
Explanation
72 COLREGS Rule 15 adds the guidance that the give-way vessel shall, if circumstances permit, avoid crossing ahead of the stand-on vessel. The Inland Rule 15 requires the give-way vessel to keep out of the way but does not contain the specific admonition against crossing ahead.
Authority: 72 COLREGS Rule 15; Inland Rule 15
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