Towing & Ship-Assist · Restricted Visibility
Approaching restricted visibility with a tow, a prudent master should:
- AMaintain full speed to clear the area quickly
- BReduce to a safe speed, sound the appropriate fog signal, post lookouts, and use radar/AIS — being ready to stop✓ Correct
- CTurn off the radar to avoid clutter
- DCast off the tow
Explanation
In restricted visibility the master must proceed at a safe speed (Rule 6/19), sound the towing fog signal (Rule 35), post lookouts, and use radar and AIS to detect traffic early, being prepared to take all way off if a close-quarters situation cannot be avoided. A tow's poor maneuverability demands extra caution.
Authority: Navigation Rules, Rules 6, 19, and 35
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