Colreg

1) What additional lights does a vessel constrained by its draught have to show?
Red and white lights in a vertical line.

Red, white, red lights in a vertical line.
Three red lights in a vertical line.
Two red lights in a vertical line.
2) If another ship does not appear to be taking sufficient action to avoid a collision, what should
you do according to the Collision Regulations?
Sound 5 short and rapid blasts on the whistle.
3) A fishing vessel is showing a basket and a single cone apex upwards? In which direction do
the nets lie?
From the basket towards the cone.
4) You are heading west and observe a north cardinal buoy dead ahead. What action do you
take?
Alter course to port.
Alter course to starboard.
Wait until you can see a port hand buoy.
Wait until you can see a starboard hand buoy.
5) Power-driven vessel 'A' sees power-driven vessel 'B' as shown here at 3 miles range. What
must vessel 'A' do?
Reduce speed and monitor the compass bearing of 'B'.

If necessary, reduce speed or stop.
Sound one short blast and alter course to starboard.
Keep her course and speed and carefully watch the compass bearing of 'B'.
6) What could a vessel do to highlight a danger to another vessel, especially at night ?
Show a square flag and a black ball in a vertical line one over the other.
Direct a search light in the direction of the danger.
Sound three short blasts on the whistle.
Fire a rocket throwing red stars.
7) What could be the fog signal of a vessel aground in a channel?
Four strokes on the bell, sounded in the same manner as 'four bells' to
indicate time.
A blast of from three to five seconds on the whistle.
Three distinct blasts followed by a rapid ringing of the bell.
A rapid ringing of the bell and three separate and distinct strokes on the bell
immediately before and after ringing of the bell.

8) Which of the following is a vessel 'not under command'?
A vessel engaged in underwater operations.
A tug engaged in a towing operation.
A sailing vessel becalmed.
A power driven vessel with main engine failure.
9) You see a vessel displaying a black cylinder on her starboard yardarm. At night, what lights
would the same vessel be showing, in addition to those for a power-driven vessel underway?
Two all-round red lights in a vertical line.
Three all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper and lower red and the
middle one white.
Two all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper one red and the lower one
white.
Three all-round red lights in a vertical line.
10) Referring to Annex II of the Collision Regulations; additional signals for fishing vessels in
close proximity. What does the signal 'one white light over one red light' mean?
I am shooting nets.
I am hauling nets.
My nets are fast on an obstruction.
I am engaged in pair trawling.
12) If a vessel is being towed alongside on the starboard side of the towing vessel, what lights
should it show?
Starboard sidelight and sternlight.
Sidelights and sternlight.
Sidelights only.
Starboard sidelight only.
16) When should a sailing vessel keep out of the way of a power driven vessel?
When both vessels are crossing.
When the power driven vessel is overtaking..
When the sailing vessel is overtaking.

When both vessels are meeting end on.
17) At night, in addition to her sidelights, what else must a sailing vessel show?
A white light.
Red over green masthead lights.
A stern light.
A white light in the direction of an approaching vessel.
20) When proceeding in a narrow channel, you hear a vessel astern sound two prolonged blasts
followed by two short blasts. What does this signal indicate?
The other vessel intends to overtake you on your starboard side.
The other vessel intends to overtake you on your port side.
The other vessel intends to follow you to port.
The other vessel wishes to attract your attention.
21) When is a vessel ' UNDERWAY '?

When she is not at anchor or made fast to the shore
When she is moving through the water
When the main engine is running
When she is aground
22) At night you notice, in addition to other lights, two yellow lights in a vertical line which
flash alternately every second. What does this indicate?
A fishing vessel hampered by her purse seine gear..
A dredger showing the side on which a vessel can pass.
A towing vessel's light seen from abaft the beam.
An air cushion vehicle operating in the non-displacement mode.
23) You have another vessel on your port bow in clear visibility, but with a moderate sea and
swell. Which of the following would normally give greatest accuracy in determining if risk of
collision exists?
Observation of the compass bearing over a period of time
24) When should a vessel not under command display the sternlight?
When making way through the water
25) At sea during the day, you see a vessel displaying two black cones with their points together.
What does this indicate?
A vessel engaged in fishing
26) When two whistles are fitted on a vessel and are placed more than 100m apart, what is the
usual arrangement for giving manoeuvring and warning signals ?
Only one of the whistles is sounded
28) To which traffic separation schemes does Rule 10 apply?

Those adopted by the International Maritime Organization
29) How should a vessel cross a traffic separation lane?
On a HEADING as nearly as practical at right angles to the direction of traffic

flow
30) What is the fog signal of this vessel?
A rapid ringing of the bell for about 5 seconds repeated every minute.
31) You are underway on a tanker and observe the lights illustrated on a steady bearing and at
decreasing range on the PORT bow. What do you do?
Alter course to STARBOARD and sound ONE short blast.
32) Does this signal indicate that the vessel is......
at anchor.
33) The white light shown must be so fixed as to show an unbroken light over an arc of the
horizon. What is the size of this arc?
225 deg. (20 points of the compass)

34) What do these lights indicate?
A power-driven vessel of under 50m
36) At night, you are power-driven vessel 'A' approaching power-driven vessel 'B' as shown.
Occasionally you see both white masthead lights and the green side light of vessel 'B'. Which of
the following is true?
I ( vessel 'A' ) must keep clear of vessel 'B'.

37) In open waters, you see the lights ( shown in the picture ) right ahead at medium range.
What do you do?
38) Which of the following is NOT a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre?
A loaded VLCC navigating in a fairway.

39) A power driven vessel observes the stern light of another power-driven vessel on a steady
bearing and reducing range on the port bow. Which vessel must give way?
The observing vessel
40) Looking straight ahead at night you observe the masthead lights and both side lights of
another vessel. What action should be taken?
Each ship shall alter course to starboard.
41) This vessel is on a steady bearing, the range is 2 miles and reducing. What action should you
take?
Five short and rapid blasts and stand on with caution.
42) You observe this vessel - range 4 miles. What action should you take?
Sound one short blast and alter course to starboard..
43) At range 2 miles and steady bearing, you sounded 5 short blasts: it is apparent that the other
vessel is not taking appropriate action. What should you do?
Sound one short blast and alter to starboard.
44) The range is 7 miles and constant. The bearing is steady. What action would you take?
Maintain course and speed.

45) You observe this vessel on a steady bearing at range 3 miles. What action should you take?
46) On nearing a bend in a narrow channel and the way ahead is obscured, you hear a prolonged
blast. What should be your response?
One prolonged blast.
47) Is anchoring permitted in a narrow channel?
It should be avoided if at all possible
48) When proceeding along a narrow channel a vessel should......
keep to the outer limit which lies on her starboard side.
49) For which types of vessel should a fishing vessel not impede the passage in a narrow
channel or fairway?
Any other vessels navigating within the narrow channel or fairway.

50) A vessel which can only safely navigate within a narrow channel or fairway shall not be
impeded by......
52) This vessel is on a steady bearing and the range is reducing. What action would you take?
Sound two short blasts and alter course to port.

53) This vessel is on a steady bearing, the range is 2 miles and reducing slowly. What action
would you take?
Make a substantial reduction of speed.
55) You observe this vessel on a steady bearing, range 3 miles. What action would you take?
56) This vessel is on a steady bearing, range 3 miles. What action would you take?
Sound five short and rapid blasts and stand on with caution.
58) Which of the following shall not impede the passage of any vessel following a traffic lane in
a traffic separation scheme?
A vessel engaged in fishing.
59) In a traffic separation scheme a vessel engaged in fishing shall not impede the passage of......
any vessel following a traffic lane.
60) In a traffic separation scheme a vessel of less than 20m. in length or a sailing vessel shall not
impede the safe passage of......
a power driven vessel following a traffic lane.
61) A vessel using a traffic separation scheme shall so far as practicable....
keep clear of the traffic separation line or separation zone.
62) Inshore traffic zones shall not be used by which of the following vessels?
One that can safely use the appropriate lane within the T.S.S.
63) Vessels as far as possible should avoid anchoring......

in a traffic separation scheme or in areas near it's terminations.
64) A vessel joining the general direction of traffic flow in a traffic separation scheme from
either side shall do so......
at as small an angle as practicable.
65) A vessel not using the traffic separation scheme shall......
avoid it by as wide a margin as possible.

66) You observe this vessel at a range of 9 miles. What action would you take?
Stand on but continue to monitor.
Make a substantial alteration of course to starboard.
Take a series of compass bearings and radar plot.


Stand on - no risk of collision - continue to monitor.
Take a series of compass bearing and radar plot.
Make a substantial alteration of course to port.


80) A vessel's sidelights should be positioned above the hull, but according to the Collision
Regulations what is the maximum height they can be placed?
Three-quarters the height of the forward masthead light
82) When a vessel of length 20m or more is required by the rules to carry two or three lights in a
vertical line, what spacing is required between the lights?
Not less than 2 metres.
83) For a power driven vessel of 110 metres in length and 20metres beam, what is the maximum
height above the hull that the forward masthead light can be carried?
12 metres
84) If a vessel of length 20metres or more is required by the rules to carry two or three lights in
a vertical line, at what height above the hull (except where a towing light is required) must the
lowest of these be placed?
Not less than 4 metres
86) If you hear a fog signal forward of the beam, Rule 19 states that you must......
reduce to minimum steerage way.
87) When taking action to avoid collision under Rule 8, you should avoid.....
a succession of small alterations of speed or course.
90) For a power driven vessel less than 30 metres in length and 5 metres beam, at what height
above the hull should the mastlight be carried?
Not less than 6 metres
91) A vessel is at anchor and displaying two anchor lights. What is the minimum vertical
distance between the forward anchor light and the after anchor light?
Not less than 4.5 metres.
92) At what minimum height above the hull should the mastlight on a power driven vessel of
length 60 metres and beam 9 m be carried?
9 metres.
93) A power driven vessel engaged in towing is displaying the required lights on her aftermast.
How much higher must the lowest after masthead light be above the forward masthead light?
Not less than 4.5 metres.
94) What is the minimum vertical separation of the mastlights on power driven vessels such
that, in all normal conditions of trim, the afterlight will be seen over and separate from the
forward light?
So it can be seen at 1000 metres from the stem at sea level.
95) At what height above the hull should the forward anchor light be placed on a vessel of 50
metres or more in length?
6 metres.
96) What type of vessel is shown here?
A power driven vessel.
97) What is the length of the vessel shown here?
May be any length but probably 50 metres or more in length.
A vessel engaged in towing.
99) What is the arc of visibility of the mastlights shown by this vessel?
From right ahead to 22.5 degrees abaft the beam on each side
A vessel not under command.
101) What is the range of the mastlight being displayed by this ship?
6 miles
102) What is the arc of visibility of the sidelight shown by this vessel?
From right ahead to 22.5 degrees abaft the beam on the starboard side.
103) What is the range of visibility of the sidelights shown by this ship?
3 miles
104) What do these three red lights indicate?
A vessel constrained by draught.

May be any length but probably 50 metres or more in length.
106) What is the arc of visibility of the 3 red lights shown here?
All round.
Less than 50 metres in length.
108) What is the arc of visibility of the 3 white lights shown here?
From right ahead to 22.5 degrees abaft the beam on each side.
No indication of length.
110) What is the arc of visibility of the red lights shown here?
All round.
Less than 50 metres in length.
A vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre.
A vessel engaged in dredging or underwater operations.
One ( if making way ) or two ( if stopped ) prolonged blasts at intervals of 2

minutes.
A trawler.
A vessel engaged in fishing other than a trawler.
A pilot vessel.
May be any length but probably 50 metres or more.

126) What is this vessel's fog signal?
One prolonged blast followed by 2 short blasts at intervals not exceeding two
minutes.
A vessel engaged in fishing other than a trawler.
130) What information is given about the tow shown here?
The vessel is hampered by tow - tow more than 200 metres.

No indication of length.
133) What information is given about the tow shown here?
The tow is less than 200 metres.
One prolonged blasts followed by two short blasts at intervals less than or equal to
2 minutes.
A vessel which is aground.

A vessel engaged in dredging or underwater operations.
153) This vessel is signaling two flashes at intervals. What is the meaning of this signal?
I am altering my course to port.
A power-driven vessel of less than 12 metres in length underway.
157) In what situation would you expect a vessel to show these lights?
When unable to manoeuvre
A vessel engaged in underwater operations not making way through the water or at
anchor.
160) At sea you sight a tug displaying this signal. What should you do?
Give assistance as the tug is in distress.
A pilot vessel at anchor.
162) The lights shown indicate a vessel......
towing, tow of less than 200m in length, unable to deviate from her course.
163) What do these lights show?
A vessel under 50 metres in length engaged in trawling.
164) What light or lights must be carried by a group of three barges in a line being pushed ahead
of a tug as shown here?
Red and green sidelights at the forward end of the leading barge.
167) What is the arc (angle) of visibility of a masthead light?

225 degrees
168) What is the arc (angle) of visibility of a sternlight?
135 degrees
169) What vessels do COLREG rules 1983 apply to ?
To all vessels upon the high seas and in all waters connected therewith.
170) What does the word 'vessel' mean, according to the COLREG rules ?
Any watercraft including non-displacement craft and seaplanes used or capable of

being used as a means of transportation on water.
171) What does the word 'seaplane' mean ?
Any aircraft designed to manoeuvre on the water.
172) What vessel may be considered as 'vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre' ?
A vessel engaged in replenishment or transferring persons, provisions or carge while
underway.
A vessel engaged in towing operation such as severely restricts the towing vessel
and her tow in their ability to deviate from their course.
174) To what vessel is the term 'vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre' limited to ?
The term 'vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre' will not be limited to the
vessels quoted in the rules.
175) What does the term 'vessel constrained by her draught' mean ?
A power-driven vessel which because of her draght in relation to the avilable depth
of water is severely restricted in her ability to deviate from her course.
177) Which are the factors taken into accouunt in determinating the 'safe speed' ?
The visibility, the traffic density, the manoeuvrability of the vessel at night, the
presence of background light, the state of wind and sea, the vessel's draught.
179) What distance between vessels shall the avoiding action ensure ?
It shall be such as to result in passing at a safe distance.
180) Till when shall the effectiveness of an avoiding action be checked ?
Untill the other vessel is finally past and clear.

181) Which is the best manoeuvre to allow more time to asset the situation, when a collision
must be avoided ?
Slackening her speed or taking all way off by stopping or reversing her means of
propulsion.
182) How shall vessels engaged in fishing conduct in a traffic separation scheme ?
They shall not impede the passage of any vessel following a traffic lane.
184) When shall a vessel be deemed to be overtaking any other ?

When coming up with another vessel from a direction more than 22.5 degrees aft her
beam so that at night she would be able to see only the sternlight of that vessel.
185) How shall a vessel manoeuvre in doubt as to whether she is overtaking another ?
She shall assume that this is the case and act accordingly.
186) What manoeuvre shall be made when 2 power-driven vessels are crossing so as to involve
risk of collision ?
The vessel which has the other on her own starboard side shall keep out of the way
and, if the circumstances of the case admit, avoid crossing ahead of the other vessel.
187) When shall a stand-on vessel take action to avoid collision by her manoeuvre alone ?
When, from any cause, the vessel finds herself so close that collision cannot be
avoided by the action of the give-way vessel alone, she shall take such action as will
best aid to avoid collision.
188) Which vessel's way shall a sailing vessel underway keep out of ?
Vessels restricted in their ability to manoeuvre.

189) Which vessel's way shall, so far as possible a vessel engaged in fishing, when underway,
keep out of ?

190) Which vessel's way shall a vessel constrained by her draught keep out of ?
191) Which vessel's way shall a vessel constrained by her draught keep out of ?
Vessels not under command.
192) How shall a power-driven vessel navigate in conditions of restricted visibility ?

At a safe speed and her engines ready for immediate manoeuvre.
194) What does the word 'sternlight' mean ?
A white light placed as nearly as practicable at the stern showing an unbroken

light over an arc of the horizon of 135 degrees and soixed as to show the liht
67.5 degrees right aft on from each side of the vessel.
195) What does the term 'flashing light' mean ?
A light flashing at regular intervals at a frequency of 120 flashes or more per

minute.
196) What ranges shall the mastlights be visible at for vessels of 50m or more in length ?
6 nautical miles.
197) What range shall the mastlights be visible at, for vessels between 20 and 50m in length ?
5 nautical miles.
198) What range shall the sidelights be visible at for vessels less than 12 metres in length ?
1 nautical mile.
199) What range shall the towing light be visible at, for vessels of 50 metres or more in length ?
3 nautical miles.
200) What lights shall a power-driven vessel underway, less than 50 metres in length, exhibit ?
A masthead light, sidelights, a sternlight.
201) What lights shall a power-driven vessel underway, of less than 7 metres in length and
whose maximum speed does not exceed 7 knots, exhibit ?
An all-round white light and also, if practicable, sidelights.
202) What range shall an all-round white light of an inconspicuous, partly submerged vessel or
object being towed be visible ?
3 nautical miles.
203) What lights shall a power-driven vessel of less than 50 metres in length exhibit when
towing and the length of the tow is less than 200 metres ?
2 masthead lights in a vertical line, sidelights, a sternlight and a towing light.
204) Where shall the shape of the power-driven vessel underway be placed, when the length of
the tow exceeds 200 metres ?
Where it can best be seen.
205) What shape shall a power-driven vessel being towed exhibit, when the lenght of the tow
exceeds 200 metres ?
A diamond.
206) What lights shall an inconspicuous, partly submerged vessel or object being towed exhibit,
when her length exceeds 100 metres and her breadth exceeds 25 metres ?
5 all-round white lights at the forward end, after end, at or near the
extremities of her breadth and a light between the forward end and the after
end so that the distance between the lights shall not exceed 100 metres.
207) What shall a vessel or object being towed do when, from any sufficient cause it is
impracticable to exhibit the lights prescribed by the rules ?
All possible measures shall be taken to light the vessel or object being towed
or at least to indicate the presence of such vessel or object.
208) What shall a vessel engaged in towing which is not normally engaged in towing operations
do, when, from any sufficient cause it is impracticable to exhibit the lights prescribed by the
rules, when engaged in towing another vessel in distress or otherwise
She shall take all possible measures to indicate the nature of the relationship
between the towing vessel and the vessel being towed, in particular by
illuminating the towline.
209) What lights shall a sailing vessel underway exhibit ?
Sidelights and a sternlight.

210) What lights shall a vessel under oars exhibit ?
If she does not exhibit the lights of a sailing vessel, she shall be ready to
show an electric torch or lighted lantern showing a white light.
211) What lights shall a vessel engaged in trawling exhibit, when making way through the water
?
Sidelights, a sternlight, 2 lights in a vertical line, the upper being green and the
lower white, a masthead placed abaft of and higher than the green light.
212) What shapes shall a fishing vessel other than trawling exhibit, when there is outlying gear
extending more than 150 metres horizontally ?
2 cones with their apexes together and a cone apex upwards in the direction of
the gear.
213) What additional lights shall a trawler engaged in fishing exhibit, when hauling her nets and
fishing in close proximity to other vessels engaged in fishing ?
One white light over one red light in a vertical line.

214) What additional lights shall a trawler engaged in fishing exhibit, when fishing in close
proximity to other vessel engaged in fishing and when the nets have come fast upon an
obstruction ?
2 red lights in a vertical line.
215) What additional lights shall a trawler exhibit, when engaged in pair trawling in close
proximity to other vessel engaged in fishing ?
A searchlight directed forward and in the direction of the other vessel of the
pair.
216) What shapes shall a vessel not under command exhibit ?

2 balls or similar shapes in a vertical line.
217) What lights shall a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre exhibit, when at anchor ?
The red, white, red lights in a vertical line, an anchor light in the fore part and
an anchor light at the stern.
218) What shapes shall a vessel engaged in dredging or underwater operations exhibit, when
restricted in her ability to manoeuvre ?
2 balls in a vertical line indicating the side on which an obstruction exists, 2

diamonds in a vertical line indicating the side on which another vessel may pass
and the shapes of a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre.
219) What shall a vessel engaged in diving operations exhibit, whenever her size makes it
impracticable to exhibit all lights and shapes prescribed for vessels engaged in during operations
?
3 all-round lights in a vertical line, the highest and lowest being red and the
middle light white, a rigid replica of the International Code flag ' A ' not less
than 1 metre in height, to ensure her all-round visibility.
220) What lights shall a vessel engaged in mineclearance operations exhibit ?
The lights prescribed for power-driven vessels underway and 3 all-round green
lights.
221) How shall the green lights of vessels engaged in mineclearance operations be exhibited ?
One of these lights shall be exhibited near the foremast head and one at each
end of the fore yard.
In a vertical line.
One at the foremast head, the other two at the stern masthead.
222) What shape shall a vessel constrained by her draught exhibit ?
A black cylinder.
223) What lights shall a vessel engaged on pilotage duty exhibit, when she is at anchor ?
The lights of a vessel at anchor and 2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the
upper being white, the lower red.
224) What lights shall a vessel aground exhibit ?

The lights of a vessel at anchor and 2 all-round red lights in a vertical line.
225) When shall vessels of less than 7 metres in length not be required to exhibit the lights of a
vessel at anchor ?
When at anchor, but not in a narrow channel, fairway or anchorage, or where
other vessels normally navigate.
226) When shall vessels of less than 7 metres in length not be required to exibit the shapes of a
vessel at anchor ?
When at anchor but not in a narrow channel, fairway or anchorage, or where

other vessel normally navigate.
227) What vessels aground shall not be required to exhibit the lights and shapes of a vessel
aground ?
Vessels of less than 12 metres in length.

228) What equipment for sound signals shall a vessel of 12-100 metres in length be provid with
?
A whistle and a bell.

229) When shall the sound signals for manoeuvring be given ?
When vessels are in sight of one another.
231) At what interval shall successive light signals be given ?

At not less that 10 seconds.
232) What characteristics shall the light supplementing the sound signals have ?
An all-round white light.
233) When in sight of one another in a narrow channel or fairway, what signal shall the vessel
intending to overtake another on starboard side, give ?
2 prolonged blasts followed by one short blast.
234) What signal shall a vessel give, when nearing a bend or an area of a channel or fairway
where other vessels may be obscured by an intervening obstruction ?
235) When shall sound signals be given, in conditions of restricted visibility ?

In or near an area of restricted visibility.
236) What sound signals shall a sailing vessel give, in conditions of restricted visibility ?
One prolonged blast followed by 2 short blasts at intervals of not more than 2
minutes.
237) What sound signals shall a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre give, when carrying
out her work, at anchor, in conditions of restricted visibility ?
minutes.
238) What sound signals shall a vessel give when engaged in towing or pushing another, in
conditions of restricted visibility ?
minutes.
239) What sound signals shall a vessel towed give, if manned, in conditions of restricted
visibility ?
One prolonged blast and 3 short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes.
240) What sound signals shall a pushing vessel and a vessel being pushed ahead give, in
conditions of restricted visibility, when twey are rigidly connected in a composite unit underway
?
One prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 2 minutes.
241) What sound signals shall a vessel aground give in conditions of restricted visibility ?
The signals given by a vessel at anchor and, in addition, immediately before and
after the rapid ringing of the bell she shall give 3 separate and distinct strokes on
the bell. In addition, she may sound an appropriate whistle signal.
242) What sonud signals shall a pilot vessel at anchor give, when engaged on pilotage duty in
The signals of a vessel at anchor and in addition 4 short identity blasts.

243) Which is the alarm signal in radiotelegraphy ?
12 long dashes for 14 seconds, separated by an interval of one second.
244) You are in charge of a 250-meter freight vessel constrained by her draft proceeding down a
narrow channel. There is a vessel engaged in fishing on your starboard bow half a mile away.
According to Rule 9, which statement is TRUE?
If you are in doubt as to the fishing vessel`s intentions you may sound at least
five short and rapid blasts on the whistle.
245) .Which statement is true concerning a vessel constrained by her draft?

She must be a power-driven vessel
246) Which statement is TRUE, according to the Rules?
A vessel engaged in fishing while underway shall, so far as possible, keep out of
the way of a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver

248) Which statement in TRUE, according to the Rules?

250) A signal of intent must be sounded in international waters by _____________
a vessel overtaking another in a narrow channel
251) Which vessel shall avoid impeding the safe passage of a vessel constrained by her draft?
A sailing vessel
252) Of the vessel listed, which must keep out of the way of all the others?
A vessel pushing a barge

253) Your vessel is crossing a narrow channel. A vessel to port is within the channel and
crossing your course. She is showing a black cylinder. You should _______________
not impede the other vessel
254) Your vessel is constrained by her draft and operating in a narrow channel. Another vessel
is crossing your course from starboard to port. You are in doubt as to her intentions. According
to Rule 9 you _________________
may sound the danger signal

255) Which vessel is NOT restricted in her ability to maneuver?
A vessel constrained by her draft
256) Which statement is TRUE concerning a vessel constrained by her draft?
She must be a power-driven vessel
257) Which statement applies to a vessel constrained by her draft?
She is severely restricted in her ability to change her course because of her
draft in relation to the available depth and width of navigable water
258) Lighting requirements in inland waters are different from those for international waters for
_____________.
barges being towed by pushing ahead
260) You are underway in a norrow channel, and you are being overtaken by a vessel astern.
After the overtaking vessel sounds the proper signal indicating his intention to pass your vessel
on your starboard side, you signal your agreement b
one prolonged, one short, one prolonged, and one short blast
261) You intend to overtake a vessel in a narrow channel, and you intend to pass along the
vessel`s port side. How should you signal your intention?
Two prolonged followed by two short blasts
262) Which vessel is NOT regarded as being' 'restricted in her ability to maneuver?'

263) Which vessel shall avoid impeding the safe passage of a vessel constrained by her draft?
A fishing vessel
264) You are underway in fog and hear a fog signal consisting of one prolonged and two short
blasts, It could be any of the following EXCEPT a vessel _____________.
being towed
265) You are operating a vessel in a narrow channel.Your vessel must stay within the channel to
be navigated safely. Another vessel is crossing your course from starboard to port,and you are in
doubt as to his intentions. According to Rule 9,
may sound the danger signal
266) Which vessel is to keep out of the way of the others?
A vessel engaged in trawling

267) Which statement applies to a vessel''constrained by her draft?'
She is severely restricted in her ability to change her course because of her
draft in relation to the available depth of water.
268) Which vessel would NOT sound a fog signal of one prolonged and two short blasts?
A vessel being towed

269) Of the vessels listed, which mustkeep out of the way of all the others?
A vessel on pilotage duty

270) A vessel not under command sounds the same fog signal as a vessel _____________.
engaged in towing
constrained by her draft
All of the above
271) In a crossing situation on international waters, a short blast by the give-way vessel indicates
that the vessel _____________.
is turning to starboard
272) Two prolonged blasts followed by one short blast on the whistle is a signal which could be
sounded by a _____________.
vessel overtaking another in a narrow channel
273) You are in sight of another vessel in a crossing situation, and the other vessel sounds one
short blast. You are going to hold course and speed. You should _____________.
sound no whistle signal

274) The light which may be used with a vessel`s whistle is to be _____________.
a white light
275) A fishing vessel is approaching a vessel not under command. Which statement is TRUE?
the fishing vessel must keep clear of the vessel not under command.
276) You are approaching another vessel and will pass starboard to starboard without danger if
no course changes are made. You should _____________.
hold course and sound no whistle signal
278) When is it permitted to make a departure from the COLREG rules ?
When there is a danger of navigation, risk of collision as well as in all special

circumstances.
279) What does the term 'sailing vesel' mean ?
Any vessel under sail provided that propelling machinery, if fitted, is not being
used.
280) What does the term 'vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre' mean ?
A vessel which from the nature of her work is restricted in her ability to
manoeuvre as required by the rules and is therefore unable to keep out of the way
of another vessel.
A vessel engaged in laying, picking up or servicing a navigation mark.
A vessel engaged in laying or picking up a submarine cable or pipeline.
A vessel engaged in mine clearance operations.

284) What does the term 'vessel's length' mean ?
Vessel's length overall.
285) When are 2 vessels deemed to be in sight of one another ?
When only one can be observed visually from the other.
287) What means shall a vessel use to determine if risk of collision exists ?
Every vessel shall use all available means appropriate to the prevailing
circumstances aand conditions to determine if risk of collision exists.
288) How shall radar equipment be used if fitted aboard ?
Proper use shall be made of radar equipment, including long-range scanning to

obtain early warning of risk of collision and radar plotting or equivalent systematic
observation of detected objects.
289) When shall it be deemed that a risk of collision exists ?
When the compass bearing of an approaching vessel does not appreciably change.
290) If alteration of course alone is sufficient to avoid collision, how shall it be done ?
The manoeuvre shall be made in good time, be substantial and it does not result
another close-quarts situation.
291) How shall a vessel navigate within a traffic separation scheme ?
The vessel shall navigate in the appropriate traffic lane in the general direction of
traffic flow for that lane and, so far as practicable, keep clear of a traffic
separation line or separation zone.
292) When shall a vessel enter a separation zone or cross a separation line ?
In cases of emergency, to avoid immediate danger or to engage in fishing within

a separation zone.
293) How shall a vessel navigate in areas near the terminations of traffic separation schemes?
The vessel shall do so with particular caution.
294) Are the vessels restricted in their ability to manoeuvre when engaged in an operation for
the laying, servicing or picking up of a submarine cable exempted from complying with
provisions of the rule regarding navigation in traffic separation schemes ?
They are exempted from complying with this rule to the extend necessary to
carry out the operation.
295) When shall the vessel be deemed to have reciprocal courses ?

When the vessel sees the other ahead and by night she could see the masthead
lights of the other in a line and/or both sidelights and, by day, she observes the
corresponding aspect of the other vessel.
296) How shall 2 sailing vessels manoeuvre, when they are approaching one another so as to
involve risk of collision and both have the wind on the same side
The vessel which is to windward shall keep out of the way of the vessel which is
to leeward.
297) Which is the action by stand-on vessel ?

The vessel shall keep her course and speed.
298) Which vessel's way shall a power-driven vessel keep out of ?
299) Which vessel's way shall a power-driven vessel underway keep out of ?
Vessels engaged in fishing.

Sailing vessels.
301) Which vessel's way shall, so far as possible, a vessel engaged in fishing, when underway,
keep out of ?
302) What safety precautions shall a seaplane on the water take ?

She shall keep well clear of all vessels and avoid impeding their navigation.
304) A vessel which detects by radar alone the presence of another vessel shall determine if a
close-quarters situation is developing and/or risk of collision exists. If so, she shall take avoiding
actions in ample time; however, if such action consists of an
An alteration of course towards a vessel or abaft the beam.

305) When shall the lights prescribed by these rules be also exhibited ?
From sunrise to sunset, restricted visibility and in all other circumstances when it is
deemed necessary.
307) What does the term ' masthead light' mean ?
Any white light placed over the fore and aft centreline of the vessel showing an
unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 225 degrees and so fixed as to show the
light from right ahead to 22.5 degrees abaft the beam on either side of the vessel.
308) What does the term 'all round light' mean ?
A light showing an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 360 degrees.
309) What range shall the mastlight be visible at, for vessels less than 12m in length ?
2 nautical miles.
310) What range shall the sidelights be visible at, for vessels of 12 metres or more in length, but
less than 50 metres ?
2 nautical miles.
311) What range shall the sternlight be visible at, for vessels between 12 and 50 metres in length
2 nautical miles.
1 nautical mile.
312) What range shall the towing light be visible at, for vessels less than 12 metres in length ?
2 nautical miles.
313) What range shall the white, red, green or yellow all round light be visible at, for vessels of
50 metres or more in length ?
3 nautical miles.
314) What range shall the white, red, green or yellow all round light be visible at, for vessels of
l2-50 metres in length ?
2 nautical miles.
315) What lights shall an air-cushion vessel exhibit, when operating in non-displacement mode
?
The same lights as a power-driven vessel underway and an additional all-round

flashing yellow light.
316) What lights shall a power-driven vessel of more than 50 metres in length exhibit, when
towing and the length of the tow is less than 50 metres ?
Instead of the masthead lights forward and aft, 2 masthead lights in a vertical line,
sidelights, a stern light and a towing light.
317) What shape shall a power-driven vessel underway exhibit, when the length of the tow
A diamond.
318) What lights shall a power-driven vessel exhibit when pushing ahead or towing alongside,
this not being the case of a composite unit ?
2 masthead lights forward in a vertical line, sidelights, a sternlight.
319) What lights shall a vessel being pushed ahead exhibit, this not being the case of a
composite unit ?
She shall exhibit the sidelights at the forward end.
320) What lights shall a vessel being towed alongside exhibit ?
A sternlight and sidelights at the forward end.
321) What lights shall an inconspicuous, partly submerged vessel or object less than 25 metres in
breadth exhibit, when being towed ?
An all-round white light at the forward end and one at the after end.
322) What shapes shall an inconspicuous, partly submerged object or vessel exhibit by day,
when being towed and the length of the tow exceeds 200 metres ?
A diamond at or near the aftermost extremity and an additional one where it can
best be seen and located as far forward as practicable.
323) Where shall a sailing vessel underway carry the lantern, when her length is less than 20
metres ?
At the top of the mast where it can best be seen.
324) What lights shall a sailing vessel underway exhibit, when her length is less than 7 metres ?
She shall have ready at hand an electric torch or lighted lantern showing a white
light which shall be exhibited in sufficient time to prevent collision.
325) When shall a vessel engaged in fishing exhibit the prescribed lights and shapes ?
While underway and at anchor.
326) What lights shall a fishing vessel other than trawling exhibit, when making way through
the water?
Sidelights, 2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being white and the lower
red.
2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being red and the lower white and a
sternlight.
Sidelights, a sternlight, 2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being red and
the lower white.
327) What lights shall a vessel engaged in fishing, other than trawling exhibit, when there is
outlying gear extending more than 150 metres horizontally and is making way through the water
?
Sidelights, a sternlight, 2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being red and
the lower white, an all-round white light in the direction of the gear.
Sidelights, a sternlight, an all-round white light in the direction of the gear.
Sidelights, a sterlinght, two lights in a vertical line, the upper white and the lower
red.
328) What additional lights shall a trawler engaged in fishing exhibit when shooting her nets and
fishing in close proximity to other vessel engaged in fishing ?
An all-round red light.
2 all-round white lights in a vertical line.
An all-round green light.
329) What lights shall a vessel not under command exhibit, when making way through the water
?
Two red lights in a vertical line, sidelights and a sternlight.
A red light, sidelights and a sternlight.
2 red lights and a sternlight.
330) Where shall the red lights of the vessels not under command be placed ?
At the foremasthead.
At the aftermasthead.
Where they can best be seen.
331) What lights shall a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre exhibit, when making way
through the water ?
Sidelights, a sternlight and 3 lights in a vertical line, the highest and the lowest one
being red and the middle one white.
3 lights in a vertical line, the highest and the lowest being red and the middle one
white.
Sidelights, a sternlight, a masthead light and 3 lights in a vertical line, the lowest and
the highest being red and the middle one white.
332) What shapes shall a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre exhibit, when at anchor ?
One ball in the fore part and 3 shapes in a vertical line, where they can best be seen,
the highest and the lowest of these shapes being balls and the middle one a diamond.
One ball in the fore part.
3 shapes in a vertical line, the highest and the lowest being balls and the middle one a
diamond.
333) What lights shall a power-driven vessel exhibit, when engaged in towing operations and
restricted in her ability to deviate from her course ?
The lights prescribed for power-driven vessels underway, engaged in towing
operations.
The lights of a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre engaged in towing
operations.
The lights prescribed for vessels not under command.
334) What shapes shall a power-driven vessel exhibit, when engaged in towing operations and
restricted in her ability to deviate from her course ?
The shapes prescribed for a power-driven vessel engaged in towing operations.
The shapes prescribed for a vessel not under command.
The shapes of a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and the shapes prescribed
for vessels engaged in towing operatins.
335) What shapes shall a vessel engaged in dredging or underwater operations exhibit, when
restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and at anchor ?
Instead of the shapes of a vessel at anchor, the shapes of a vessel restricted in her
ability to manoeuvre engaged in dredging operations.
A diamond indicating the side on which an obstruction exists and the shapes of
vessels at anchor.
The shapes of a power-driven vessel at anchor.
336) How shall the balls of vessels engaged in mineclearance operations be exhibited ?
In a vertical line.
One at the foremasthead and 2 at the sternmasthead.
One at the foremasthead and one at each end of the fore yard.
337) What lights shall a vessel constrained by her draught exhibit ?
The lights prescribed for power-driven vessels underway and an additional red light.
The lights prescribed for power-driven vessels underway and 3 additional all-round
red lights in a vertical line.
The lights of a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre.
338) What lights shall a vessel engaged on pilotage duty exhibit, when underway ?
Sidelights and 2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being white and the lower
red.
Sidelights, a sternlight, 2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being white and
the lower red.
Sidelights, a sternlight and an all-round red quick-flashing light.
339) What lights shall a vessel at anchor exhibit, when her length exceeds 50 metres ?
An all-round white light at the fore masthead.
An all-round white light in the fore part.
An all-round white light in the fore part and another all-round white light at or near
the stern, but at a lower level than the light in the fore part.
340) What shapes shall a vessel at anchor exhibit ?
One ball in the fore part.
One diamond in the fore part.
One black cone in the fore part.
341) What lights shall a vessel at anchor exhibit, when less than 50 metres in length ?
The lights of a vessel at anchor.
Instead of the lights of a vessel at anchor, an all-round white light where it can best
be seen.
A light in the fore part.
342) Where shall the shapes and lights of the vessels aground be exhibited ?
In the fore part.
At the sternmast head.
Where they can best be seen.
343) What does the word 'whistle' mean, aboard ?
An electronic device capable of producing short and prolonged blasts.
Any sound signalling appliance capable of producing the blasts prescribed by the
rules.
A mechanical device producing only fog signals.
344) What does the term 'prolonged' mean ?
A blast of from 4 to 6 seconds' duration.
A blast of more than 6 seconds' duration, produced by a power-driven vessel,
underway.
A blast of from 2 to 3 seconds' duration, produced by a vessel.

345) May the bell or the gong, or both be replaced by other equipment having the same sound
characteristics ?
Yes, but only the gong at the stern.
They cannot be replaced.
Both of them may be replaced, provided that manual sounding shall always be
possible.
346) Which is the sound signal to indicate the manoeuvre 'I am altering my course to port' ?
One prollonged blast followed by 2 short blast.
2 short blasts.
2 prolonged blasts followed by 2 short blasts.
347) Which is the sound signal to indicate the manoeuvre 'I am operating astern propulsion' ?
One prolonged blast followed by 3 short blasts.
3 short blasts preceded and followed by one prolonged blast.
3 short blasts.
348) What may the sound signals given on the whistle be supplemented by, to indicate the
manoeuvre being carried out ?
By ligth signals.
By any other signals.
By one or two black balls at the masthead.
349) What is the duration of one flash, when using the manoeuvring light signal ?
About one second.
350) What signals shall a vessel give, when indicating her agreement to be overtaken ?
One prolonged blast and 5 short blasts.
One prolonged, one short, one prolonged and one short blast ( International Code,
letter 'C' ).
One short blast for starboard and 2 short blasts for port.
351) What light signals may suppliment the sound signals given by a vessel which fails to
understand the intentions of another or is in doubt whether sufficient action is being taken by the
other to avoid collision ?
Successive light signals.
A light signal of at least 5 short and rapid flashes.
One long light signal and other short light signals.
352) If whistles are fitted on the vessel at a distance apart of more than 100 metres, which of
them shall be used for giving manoeuvring and warning signals ?
One of them.
Both of them.
Only the whistle forward for warning and only the whistle aft for manoeuvring.
353) What sound signal shall a vessel underway but stopped and making no way through the
water give, in conditions of restricted visibility ?
One prolonged warning blast at intervals of one minute.
At intervals of not more than 2 minutes 2 prolonged blasts in succession with an
interval of about 2 seconds between them.
5 short warning blasts at intervals of one minute.
354) What sound signal shall a vessel not under command give, in conditions of restricted
visibility ?
minutes.
One prolonged blast and 5 short blasts at intervals of 2 minutes.
5 short warning blasts at intervals not more than one minute.
355) What sound signal shall a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre give, in conditions
of restricted visibility ?
One long blast followed by 3 short blasts at intervals of 2 minutes.
3 short blasts preceded and followed by one prolonged blast at intervals of 2
minutes.
minutes.
356) What sound signals shall a fishing vessel at anchor give, in conditions of restricted
visibility ?
Ringing the bell rapidly for 5 seconds at intervals of one minute.
minutes.
Ringing the bell rapidly for 5 seconds and one prolonged blast on the whistle at
intervals of not more than 2 minutes.
357) What sound signals shall a vessel at anchor give, if her lenght is less than 100 metres, in
Rapid blasts on the bell for about 5 seconds, at intervals of not more than one
minute.
3 short blasts on the whistle and rapid blasts on the bell in the fore part at intervals
of 2 minutes.
One short blast, one prolonged and one short blast at intervals of one minute.
358) What additional sound signal shall a vessel at anchor give, in conditions of restricted
visibility to give warning of her position and of the possibility of collision to an approaching
vessel ?
Signal on the whistle : one short blast followed by one prolonged blast and then one
short blast.
Signal on the whistle : 5 short warning blasts.
Signal on the whistle and/or by fog horn : one prolonged blast followed by rapid
short blasts.
359) What sound signals shall a pilot vessel give in conditions of restricted visibility, when
underway and engaged on pilotage duty ?
One prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 2 minutes and in addition an
identity signal consisting of 4 short blasts.
One prolonged blast at intervals of one minute.

4 short blasts on the whistle at intervals of one minute.
360) On open water, a power-driven vessel coming up dead astern of another vessel and altering
her course to starboard so as to pass on the starboard side of the vessel ahead would
sound_______________.
two short blasts
one short blast
two prolonged blasts followed by one short blast
361) In a narrow channel, a vessel trying to overtake another on the other vessel`s port side,
would sound a whistle signal of_____________.
one short blast
two short blasts
two prolonged blasts followed by two short blasts
362) What whistle signal, if any, would be sounded when two vessels are meeting, but will pass
clear starboard to starboard?
One short blast
Two short blasts
No signal is required
363) A power-driven vessel leaving a quay or wharf must sound what signal?
Three short blasts
A long blast
No signal is required.
364) When two vessels are in sight of one another, all of the following signals may be given
EXCEPT _________________.
a light signal of at least five short and rapid flashed
four short whistle blasts
one prolonged, one short, one prolonged and one short whistle blasts
365) In a narrow channel, a signal of intent which must be answered by the other vessel, is
sounded by a vessel _______________.
meeting another head-on
crossing the course of another
overtaking another
366) You are underway on the high seas in restricted visibility. You hear a fog signal of one
prolonged and two short blasts. It could be any of the following EXCEPT a vessel ______.
minesweeping
engaged in fishing
being towed
367) In a narrow channel, an overtaking vessel which intends to pass on the other vessel`s port
side would sound ___________________.
one prolonged followed by two short blasts
one short blast
two prolonged followed by two short blasts
368) When moving from a berth alongside a quay (wharf), a vessel must sound __________
three short blasts
a long blast
No signal is required
369) You are approaching another vessel and will pass safely starboard to starboard without
changing course. You should _________________
hold course and sound no whistle signal
hold course and sound a two blast whistle signal
change course to starboard and sound one blast
370) Your vessel is backing out of a slip in a harbor. Visibility is restricted. You should sound
__________________
one prolonged blast only
one prolonged blast followed by three short blasts when the last line is taken
aboard
one prolonged blast followed by three short blasts when leaving the slip
371) A light used to signal passing intentions must be an _____________.
alternating red and yellow light
alternating white and yellow light
all-round white light only
372) While underway and in sight of another vessel, you put your engines full speed astern.
Which statement concerning whistle signals is TRUE?
You must sound three short blasts on the whistle
You must sound one blast if backing to starboard
You must sound whistle signals only if the vessels are meeting.
373) Which signal is sounded ONLY by a vessel in sight of another?
One short blast on the whistle
Four short blasts on the whistle
One prolonged blast on the whistle
374) Vessel' 'A' is overtaking vessel' 'B' on open waters as shown, and will pass without
changing course. Vessel 'A' _____________.
need not sound any whistle signals
should sound two short blasts
should sound the danger signal
375) Two prolonged blasts followed by one short blast on the whistle is a signal which would be
sounded by a vessel _____________.
overtaking another in a narrow channel
anchored
engaged in mineclearance
376) In a narrow channel, an overtaking which intends to PASS on the other vessel`s port side
would sound _____________.
one prolonged followed by two short blasts
one short blast
377) When two vessels are in sight of one another and NOT in or near an area of restricted
visibility, any of the following signals may be given EXCEPT ____________.
a light signal of at least five short and rapid flashes
one prolonged, one short, one prolonged, and one short whistle blast
four short whistle blasts
378) Which signal is sounded ONLY by a vessel in sight of another and NOT in or near an area
of restricted visibility?
One prolonged blast on the whistle
One short blast on the whistle
379) A signal of one prolonged, one short, one prolonged, and one short blast, in that order is
given by a vessel _____________.
engaged on pilotage duty
in distress
being overtaken in a narrow channel
380) On open water two vessels are in an overtaking.The overtaking vessel has just sounded one
short blast on the whistle. What is the meaning of this whistle signal?
I request permission to pass you on my port side'.
I will maintain course and speed and pass you an your starboard side.'
I am changing course to starboard.'

381) You are in sight of a power-driven vessel that sounds two short blasts of the whistle. This
signal means that the vessel _____________.
is altering course to port
is altering course to starboard
intends to leave you on her port side
382) Your vessel is backing out of a slip in a harbor and you can see that other vessels are
approaching. You should sound _____________.
three short blasts when leaving the slip
one prolonged blast followed by three short blasts when the last line is taken
aboard
one prolonged blast only
383) A whistle signal of one prolonged,one short,one prolonged and one short blast,is sounded
by a vessel _____________.
at anchor
towing a submerged object
being overtaken in a narrow channel
384) Two power-driven vessels are meeting. A two blast whistle signal by either vessel means
_____________.
I intend to alter course to port'
I desire to pass starboard to starboard'
I am altering course to port'
385) A sailing vessel is overtaking a power-driven vessel in a narrow channel, so as to pass on
the power-driven vessel`s port side. The overtaken vessel will have to more to facilitate passage.
The sailing vessel is the _____________.
stand-on vessel and would sound two short blasts
give-way vessel and would sound no whistle signal
give-way vessel and would sound two prolonged blasts followed by two short
blasts
386) Which signal is sounded ONLY when vessels are NOT in sight of each other?
A signal of at least five short and rapid blasts
One prolonged, one short, one prolonged, and one short blast on the whistle, in
that order
387) You are underway in a narrow channel, and you are being overtaken by a vessel astern.
After the overtaking vessel sounds the proper signal indicating his intention to pass your vessel
on your starboard side, you signal your agreement b
one short blast
two prolonged blasts
one prolonged, one short, one prolonged, and one short blast in that order
388) A vessel sounds one short blast. This signal indicates the vessel _____________,
intendes to alter course to starboard
intends to pass starboard to starboard
is altering course to starboard
389) A vessel sounds two short blasts. This signal indicates the vessel _____________.
intends to alter course to port
intends to pass starboard to starboard
is altering course to port
390) You intend to overtake a vessel in a narrow channel, and you intend to pass along the
vessel`s port side. How should you signal your intention?
No signal is necessary
Two prolonged blasts
391) Vessel 'A'is overtaking vessel 'B' on open waters and will pass without changing course.
Vessel 'A' _____________.
should sound two short blasts
should sound the danger signal
will not sound any whistle signals
392) When vessels are in sight of one another, two short blasts from one of the vessels means
_____________.
I am altering my course to starboard'
I am altering my course to port'
I intend to change course to starboard'
393) In which case would an overtaking vessel sound a whistle signal of two prolonged
followed by one short blast?
When obertaking in restricted visibility
When overtaking in a narrow channel
When overtaking on open waters
394) Under what circumstances would an overtaking vessel sound a whistle signal of two
prolonged followed by one short blast?
When overtaking in restricted visibility
When overtaking in a narrow channel
When overtaking on open waters
395) How do COLREG rules interfere with the special rules for roadsteads, harbours, rivers,
lakes or inland waterways navigable by seagoing vessels ?
Nothing in COLREG rules shall interfere with the operation of special rules, made by
an appropriate authority, but such special rules shall conform as closely as possible to
COLREG rules.
The appropriate authority is not obliged to take into account COLREG rules.
The COLREG rules shall apply in all circumstances.
396) When is a vessel, the master or the owner exonerated from the consequences of any neglect
or the neglect of any precaution which may be required by the ordinary practice of seaman ?
The compliance with COLREG rules exonerates the vessel, master or owner from any
responsability.
The closest possible compliance with the rule 'privileged vessel' exonerates the vessel,
master or owner from any responsability.
The rules shall not exonerate the vessel, master or owner from the consequences of any
neglect to comply with these rules or of the neglect of any precaution which may be
required by the ordinary practice of seaman.
397) What does the term 'power-driven vessel' mean ?
The term 'power-driven vessel' means any vessel propelled by machinery.
Vessels using a Diesel engine as a means of propulsion.
All vessels capable of navigating on water, except for sailing vessels.
398) What does the term 'vessel engaged in fishing' mean ?
Any vessel fishing with trolling lines or other fishing apparatus which do not restrict
manoeuvrability.
All vessels built and equipped for fishing.
Any vessel fishing with nets, lines, trawls or other fishing apparatus which restrict
manoeuvrability.
399) What does the term 'vessel not under command' mean ?
Any vessel having serious damages to the steering gear and/or the main engine.
Any vessel which through some exceptioal circumstance is unable to manoeuvre as
required by the rules and is therefore unable to keep out of the way of another vessel.
Any damaged vessel which is unable to manoeuvre and to keep out of the way of
another vessel.
A vessel engaged in fishing which is going to recover her gear.
A drifting vessel.
A vessel engaged in dredging, hydrographic surveying and oceanographic operations or
underwater operations.
A vessel engaged in an abandon-ship drill.
A vessel engaged in the launching or recovery of aircraft.
A deep draught vessel sailing in narrow channels.
402) What does the term 'vessel underway' mean ?
Any vessel which is not made fast to the shore.
Any vessel at sea having the propeller system working.
Any vessel which not at anchor or made fast to the shore, or aground.
403) What does the term 'vessel's breadth' mean ?
Vessel's greatest breadth.
Vessel's breadth midship.
The mean breadth of the vessel measured at the bow, stern and midship.
404) How shall a proper look-out be maintained aboard ?
Every vessel shall at all times maintain a proper look-out by sight and hearing as well as
by all available means appropriate in the prevailing circumstances and conditions so as
to make a full appraisal of the situation and of risk of collision.
Every vessel shall at all times maintain a look-out by sight to avoid any dangerous
situation.
When the visibility is restricted, a proper look-out shall be maintained in order to make
a full appraisal of any risk of collision.
405) What is the reason for proceeding at a 'safe speed' ?
A vessel shall proceed at a safe speed so that she can take proper and effective action to
avoid collision and be stopped within a distance appropriate to the prevailing
circumstances and conditions.
A vessel shall proceed at a safe speed so that she can in all circumstances avoid any
collision.
A vessel shall proceed at a safe speed to avoid a close quarters situation between ships.
406) Which are the factors taken into accont in determining the 'safe speed' additionally, by
vessels with operational radar ?
The minimal passing distance, the use of a proper range scale, the elimination of
jamming.
The characteristics, efficiency, constraints imposed by the radar range scale in use, the
effect of the sea state, the number, location and movement of vessels.
The same factors as when the radar is not in use.
407) When shall it be deemed that a risk of collision exists, when an appreciable bearing change
is evident ?
When approaching a very large vessel or a tow or when approaching a vessel at close
range.
When a vessel approaching from abeam, at high speed.
When approaching a vessel at low speed, from astern.
408) How shall the alternations of course and/or speed be made to avoid collision ?
Small alterations of course and/or speed not to deviate too much from vessel's course.
Large enough alterations of speed and small alterations of course, not to deviate too
much from vessel's course.
If the circumstances admit, they shall be large enough to be readily apparent to anoter
vessel observing visually or by radar.
409) How shall vessels not using a traffic separation scheme navigate ?
They shall use the inshore traffic zones.
They shall avoid it by as wide a margin as is practicable.
They shall navigate in the proximity of, but shall not cross the separation line.
410) Which are the vessels exempted from complying with provisions at the rule regarding
navigation in traffic separation schemes ?
Vessels restricted in their ability to manoeuvre when engaged in an operation for the
maintenance of safety of navigation in the traffic separation scheme is exempted from
complying with this rule.
Vessels with damages to the main engine.
Vessels with damages to the steering gear.
411) How shall 2 power-driven vessels manoeuvre, when navigating on reciprocal or nearly
reciprocal courses, so as to involve risk of collision ?
Each shall alter courses to port in order to pass at a safe distance.
They shall give the regular signals, alter course to starboard or port, according to the
circumstances.
Each shall alter her course to starboard so that each shall pass on the port side of the
other.
412) How shall 2 sailing vessels manoeuvre when they are approaching one another, so as to
involve risk of collision and each has the wind on a different side ?
The vessel which has the wind on the port side shall keep out of the way of the other.
The vessel which has the wind on the starboard side shall keep out of the way of the
other.
The vessel which has the wind from astern shall keep out of the way of the other.
413) Which is the action by given-way vessel ?
The vessel shall so far as possible take early and substantial action to keep well clear.
The vessel shall take early action with small alterations of course not to deviate too
much from her course.
When the vessels are in close proximity, the give-way vessel shall take substantial
action by alterations of course and speed to completly avoid the risk.
414) When shall a stand-on vessel take action to avoid collision by her manoeuvre alone ?
The vessel shall not keep out of the way of another vessel, no matter the
circumstances.
As soon as it become apparent to her that the vessel required to keep out of the way is
not taking appropriate action in compliance with the rules.
When after taking the bearing, she realized that the risk of collision exists.
All oil-tankers and tankers carrying liquefied gases.
Power-driven vessels, with high speed.
Power-driven vessels with low speed.
Oil-tankers or tankers carrying liquefied gases.
Vessels engaged in fishing.
Trawlers underway to the fishing grounds.
Fish-carriers, underway.
418) Which vessels shall, if the circumstances of the case admit, avoid impeding the safe
passage of a vessel constrained by her draught ?
Power-driven vessels underway.
419) To which vessels do the rules of conduct of vessels in restricted visibility apply to ?
Vessels not in sight of one another when navigating in or near areas of restricted
visibility.
420) A vessel which detects by radar alone the presence of another vessel shall determine if a
close-quarters situation is developing and/or risk of collision exists. If so, she shall take avoiding
action in ample time; however, if such action consists of an a
An alteration of course to starboard for a vessel forward of the beam, other than for a
vessel being overtaken.
An alteration of course to port for a vessel forward of the beam, other than for a vessel
being overtaken.
An 180 degrees alteration (reciprocal) to avoid risk of collision.
421) Except where it has been determined that a risk of collision does not exist, point out how a
vessel shall conduct, which hears apparently forward of her beam the fog signal of another
vessel, or which cannot avoid a close-quarters situation with another v
She shall reduce her speed to the minimum at which she can be kept on her course. She
shall, if necessary, take all her way off and in any event navigate with extreme caution
untill danger of collision is over.
She shall keep at the same speed, but with the engine on stand-by for manoeuvre in order
to avoid risk of collision
She shall navigate at economic speed and proper look-out, radar working and the
engines on stand-by ready for manoeuvre.
422) When shall the rules concerning lights be complied with ?
By night.
By night and in restricted visibility.
From sunset to sunrise.
423) What does the word 'sidelight' mean ?
A green light on the starboard side and a red light on the port side each showing an
unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 112.5 degrees and so fixed as to show the
light from right ahead to 22.5 degrees abaft the beam on its respective side.
The white sidelights from the side-ladders.
The white light from the decks.
424) What does the term 'towing light' mean ?
A white light placed above the sternlight used as a steering guide, while towing.
A yellow light showing an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 360 degrees.
A yellow light placed as nearly as practicable at the stern showing an unbroken light
over an arc of the horizon of 135 degrees and so fixed as to show the light 67.5 degrees
from right aft on each side of the vessel.
425) What range shall the mastlights be visible at, for vessels between 12 and 20m in length ?
1 - 2 nautical miles.
2 nautical miles.
3 nautical miles.
426) What range shall the sidelights be visible at for vessels more than 50 metres in length ?
3 nautical miles.
5 nautical miles.
Between 3 and 5 nautical miles.
427) What range shall the sternlight be visible at, for vessels of 50 metres or more in length ?
3 nautical miles.
4 nautical miles.
2 nautical miles.
428) What range shall the sternlight be visible at, for vessels less than l2 metres in length ?
3 nautical miles.
1.5 nautical miles.
2 nautical miles.
429) What range shall the towing light be visible at, for vessels of 12-50 metres in length ?
3 nautical miles.
2 nautical miles.
5 nautical miles.
430) What range shall the white,red, green or yellow all round light be visible at, for vessels less
than 12 metres in length ?
1 nautical mile.
Less than 1 nautical mile.
2 nautical miles.
431) What lights shall a power-driven vessel underway, of 50 metres or more in length, exhibit ?
A masthead light, sidelight and a sternlight.
A masthead light forward, a second masthead light abaft of and higher than the forward
one, sidelights and a sternlight.
Sidelights, a sternlight and two white masthead lights.
432) What lights shall a power-driven vessel of less than 50 metres in length exhibit, when
towing and the length of the tow exceeds 200 metres ?
3 masthead lights in a vertical line and a towing light.
3 masthead lights in a vertical line, sidelights and a sternlight.
3 masthead lights in a vertical line, sidelights, a sternlight and a towing light.
433) What lights shall a power-driven vessel of more than 50 metres in length exhibit, when
towing and the length of the tow exceeds 200 metres ?
3 masthead lights in a vertical line, sidelights and a sternlight.
Instead of the lights forward aft or aft, 3 masthead lights in a vertical line, sidelights, a
sternlight, a towing light.
3 masthead lights in a vertical line, sidelights and a towing light.
434) What lights shall a pushing vessel and a vessel being pushed ahead exhibit, when they are
rigidly connected in a composite unit ?
The lights of a tugboat with the length of the tow less than 200 metres.
Every vessel shall exhibit herwn lights prescribed for the power-driven vessel
underway.
The lights of a single power-driven vessel, underway.
435) What lights shall the objects or vessels being towed exhibit, other than inconspicuous
vessels or objects ?
Masthead lights and a sternlight.
Sidelights and a sternlight.
Towing lights and a sternlight.
436) Where shall the shape of a vessel being towed be placed when the length of the tow
At the foremast head.
At the aftermast head.

Where it can best be seen.
437) What lights shall an inconspicuous, partly submerged vessel or object more than 25 metres
in breadth, exhibit ?
4 all-round white lights at the after end, forward end and on each side at the extremities
of her breadth.
An all-round white light at the forward end and another all-round white light at the after
end.
Green and red sidelights at the extremities of her breadth.
438) What shape shall an inconspicuous, partly submerged object or vessel exhibit by day when
being towed and the length of the tow is less than 200 metres ?
A cone apex downwards at the forward end.
A diamond at or near the after end of the last vessel or object being towed.
2 black cones, apexes together.
439) What lights shall a sailing vessel underway exhibit, when her length is less than 20 metres
?
Sidelights and a sternlight combined in one lantern.
440) Which are the additional lights a sailing vessel underway may exhibit ?
2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being red and the lower green at the top of
the mast.
441) What shape shall a vessel proceeding under sail exhibit, when also being propelled by
machinery ?
A conical shape forward, apex downward, where it can best be seen.
442) What lights shall a vessel engaged in trawling exhibit, when not underway ?
2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being green and the lower white, a
masthead light placed abaft of and higher than the all-round light.
443) What shapes shall a vessel engaged in trawling exhibit ?

A shape consisting of 2 cones with their apexes together.
444) What lights shall a vessel engaged in fishing other than trawling exhibit, when there is
outlying gear extending more than 150 metres horizontally and is not making way through the
water ?
2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being white and the lower red, an all-round
red light in the direction of the gear.
An all-round white light in the direction of the gear.

445) What lights and shapes shall a fishing vessel exhibit, when not engaged in fishing ?
The lights and shapes prescribed for a vessel of her length.
446) What additional lights shall vessels engaged in fishing with purse seine gear exhibit, when
engaged in fishing in close proximity to other vessels ?
2 yellow lights in a vertical line flashing alternately every second and with equal light
and occultation. duration.

447) What lights shall a vessel not under command exhibit, when not making way through the
water ?
2 all-round red lights in a vertical line.
450) What shapes shall a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre exhibit ?
3 shapes in a vertical line, the highest and the lowest being a ball and the middle one a
diamond.
451) What lights shall a vessel engaged in dredging or underwater operations exhibit, when
restricted in her ability to manoeuvre ?
2 all-round green lights in a vertical line to indicate the side on which another vessel may
pass and the lights of a vessel restricted in her ability to manoe
452) What lights shall a vessel engaged in dredging or underwater operations exhibit, when
restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and at anchor ?
Instead of the lights of a vessel at anchor, the lights of a vessel restricted in her ability to
manoeuvre engaged in dredging operations.
453) What shapes shall a vessel engaged in mineclearance operations exhibit ?
3 balls and in case the vessel is at anchor, 3 balls and the shape prescribed for anchored
vessels.
454) What do the shapes and lights of vessels engaged in mineclearance operations indicate ?
That it is dangerous for another vessel to approach within 1000 metres of the
mineclearance vessel.
456) What lights shall a vessel engaged on pilotage duty exhibit, when she is not underway ?
2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being white and the lower red.
457) What lights and shapes shall a pilot vessel exhibit when not engaged on pilotage duty ?
The lights or shapes prescribed for a similar vessel of her length.
458) What is the length of a vessel at anchor which must use the available working or equivalent
lights to illuminate her decks ?
100 metres and more.

459) What shapes shall a vessel aground exhibit ?
The shapes of a vessel at anchor and 3 balls in a vertical line.
The shapes of a vessel at anchor and 2 balls in a vertical line.
2 balls in a vertical line.
460) What ligths and shapes shall a seaplane exhibit, when alighted on the sea ?
The lights and shapes prescribed by the rules.
The lights and shapes necessary for identification.
The lights and shapes for vessels of less than 20 metres in length.
461) What does the term 'short blast' mean ?
A blast of from 2 to 3 seconds' duration.
A blast of a short, less than 1 second's duration, produced by a power-driven vessel
underway.
A blast of about 1 second's duration.
462) What equipment for sound signals shall a vessel of 100 metres or more in length be
provided with?
A whistle, a bell and a gong at the stern.
A whistle in the fore part and a gong at the stern.

A bell in the fore part and a gong at the stern.
463) What equipment for sound signals shall a vessel of less than 12 metres in length carry ?
Vessels of less than 12 metres in length shall not be obliged to carry sound signalling
appliances.
Vessels of less than 12 metres in length shall carry a whistle and a bell in the fore part.
Vessels of less than 12 metres in length shall not be obliged to carry the prescribed sound
signalling appliances, but they shall be provided with some other means of making an
efficiement sound signal.
464) Which is the sound signal to indicate the manoeuvre 'I am altering my course to starboard'
?
One short blast.
One prolonged blast followed by one short blast.
2 prolonged blast followed by one short blast.
465) What significance shall the light signal'one flash ' have, if associated with the sound signal
?
I am altering my course to starboard.
I have stopped my engines.
I am manoeuvring with difficulty to port.
466) What significance shall light signal '3 flashes' have, if associated with the sound signal ?
I am operating astern propulsion.
I am manoeuvring astern propulsion.
I have my engines stopped.
467) When in sight of one another in a narrow channel or fairwey, what signal shall the vessel
intending to overtake another on port side produce ?
2 short blasts.
2 prolonged blasts followed by 2 short blasts.
2 short blasts preceded and followed by one prolonged blast.

468) What sound signals shall a vessel give when in sight of another and failing to understand
the intentions of another, or when in doubt whether sufficient action is being taken by the other
to avoid collision ?
At least 5 short and rapid blasts on the whistle.
One prolonged blast and 5 short blasts.
2 prolonged blasts followed by short blasts.
469) What signal shall a vessel give, when approaching a bend or obstruction that may obscure
another vessel and hearing a prolonged blast ?
One short blast 'I am altering my course to starboard'.
One prolonged blast followed by one short blast.
470) When shall sound signals be given, in conditions of restricted visibility ?
Only by day in conditions of restricted visibility.
By night on foggy weather.
By day and by night in conditions of restricted visibility.
471) What sound signal shall a power-driven vessel give, when making way through the water in
5 short warning blasts.
One prolonged blast followed by one short blast at an interval of one minute.
One prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 2 minutes.
472) What sound signals shall vessels constrained by their draught give, in conditions of
restricted visibility ?
One prolonged blast followed by 2 short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes.
One prolonged blast preceded and followed by one short blast at intervals of one minute.
5 short blasts at intervals of 2 minutes.
473) What sound signals shall a fishing vessel underway give, in conditions of restricted
visibility ?
4 short ( warning ) blasts at intervals of 2 minutes.
One prolonged blast followed by 2 short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes.
One prolonged blast followed by 3 short blasts at intervals of one minute.
474) What sound signals shall a composite unit, pushing vessel-vessel being pushed ahead give,
when stopped and not making way through the water, in conditions of restricted visibility ?
One prolonged blast at intervals of 2 minutes.
One prolonged blast preceded and followed by one short blast at intervals of 2 minutes.
2 prolonged blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes
475) What sound signals shall a vessel at anchor give, of 100 metres or more in lenght, in
Rapid blasts on the bell in the forepart and one prolonged blast on the whistle at intervals
of one minute.
Rapid blasts on the bell in the forepart and immediately the gong shall be sounded in the
after part for about 5 secondat intervals of not more than one minute.
3 distinct strokes on the bell in the forepart and 3 strokes on the gong in the after part at
intervals of one minute.
476) What shall a vessel of less than 12 metres in length do, in conditions of restricted visibility,
when she cannot give the signals prescribed by the rules ?
She shall give a sound signal on the whistle consisting of 5 short blasts at intervals of one
minute.
She shall make some other efficient sound signal at intervals of not more than 2 minutes.
She shall give rapid strokes on the gong at intervals of not more than one minute.
477) What sound signals shall a pilot vessel give, when stopped and not making way through the
water, engaged on pilotage duty in conditions of restricted visibility ?
4 short blasts on the whistle at intervals of one minute.
The blasts of stopped vessel not making way through the water and in addition 4 short
identity blasts.
2 prolonged blasts at intervals of one minute.

478) Which is the alarm signal in radiotelephony ?
A 2-tone bitonal signal.
A continuous tone signal.
A signal consisting of short continuous tones.
479) A vessel not under command sounds the same fog signal as a vessel___________.
towing
All of the above
480) If a vessel displays theree all-round red lights in a vertical line at night, during the day she
may show________________.
three balls in a vertical line
a cylinder
two diamonds in a vertical line
481) At night, a power-driven vessel underway of less than 7 meters in length where its
maximum speed does not exceed 7 knots may show, as a minimum, ______________.
sidelights and a sternlight
the lights required for a vessel more than 7 meters in length
one all-round white light
482) A vessel displaying three red lights in a vertical line is _________________.
not under command
aground
483) A towing light is __________________.
shown at the bow
white in color
shown in addition to the sternlight
484) A power-driven vessel pushing ahead or towing alongside displays navigation lights and
_________________
two all-round red lights in a vertical line
two yellow towing lights in a vertical line
two white masthead lights in a vertical line
485) To indicate that a vessel is constrained by her draft, a vessel may display, in a vertical
line,_______________
three 360grd. red lights
two 225grd. red lights
three 360grd. blue lights
486) A single vessel being towed alongside shall exhibit ________________
sidelights, stern light and a special flashing light
sidelights and a stern light
487) A single vessel being towed alongside shall show ________________
sidelights and a stern light
only the outboard sidelight and a stern light
488) What lights are required for a single barge being towed alongside?
Sidelights and a stern light
489) A power-driven vessel pushing ahead or towing alongside will show sidelights, a sternlight,
and _________________
an all-round red light where it can best be seen
two yellow masthead lights in a vertical line
two masthead lights in a vertical line
490) What characteristic must a light a light used to indicate passing intentions have?
It must be an alternating red and yellow light
It must be an all-round white light
It must be an all-round yellow light
491) What characteristic must a light have if used to signal passing intentions?
It must be an all-round white light
It must be an alternating blue and white light
It must be an all-round white or yellow light
492) A light used to signal passing intentions must be an ________________
all-round white or yellow light
all-round yellow light only
493) A light used to signal passing intentions must be an ______________
all-round yellow light only
all-round blue light only
494) A vessel displaying three red lights in a vertical line is _________________
restricted in her ability to maneuver
not under command

495) If at night a vessel displays three all-round red lights in a vertical line, during the day she
may show ________________
two cones,base to base
three black balls in a vertical line
a cylinder
496) Which dayshape is prescribed for a vessel constrained by her draft?
A black diamond
A cylinder
A black ball
497) A vessel constrained by her draft may display________________.
three all-round red lights instead of the lights required for a power-driven vessel of her
class
the same lights as a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver
three all-round red lights in addition to the lights required for a power-driven vessel of
her class
498) A towing light is _____________.
shown below the sternlight
white in color
a yellow light having the same characteristics as the stern light
499) A towing light _____________.
flashes at regular intervals of 50-70 flashes per minute
is yellow in color
shows an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of not less than 180 grd nor more than
225 grd
500) A 20-meter power-driven vessel pushing ahead or towing alongside will display
_____________.

501) At night, a power-driven vessel less than 7 meters in length, with a maximum speed which
does not exceed 7 knots, MUST show when underway at least _____________.
one white 360 light
502) At night, a power-driven vessel less than 7 meters in length, with a maximum speed which
does not exceed 7 knots, may show when underway _____________,

503) Which statement is TRUE concerning light signals?
The time between flashes shall be about five seconds
The light signals are to be used when not using sound signals.
The time between successive signals shall be not less than ten seconds.
504) The light which may be used with a vessel`s whistle must be _____________.
used when the whistle is broken
a white light
used only at night
505) In addition to her running lights, an underway vessel constrained by her draft may carry in
a vertical line_____________.
a red light, a white light, and a red light

two red lights
three red lights
506) If you sighted three red lights in a vertical line on another vessel at night,it would be a
vessel _____________.
aground
dredging
507) A 20-meter power-driven vessel pushing ahead or towing alongside will display
_____________.
a single white light forward
two towing lights in a vertical line
508) A vessel constrained by her draft may display _____________.
three all-round red lights
two 225 grd red lights
three all-round blue lights
509) Which vessel may NOT exhibit two red lights in a vertical line?
A trawler fishing in close proximity to other trawlers
A vessel aground
510) Which statement(s) is (are) TRUE concerning light signals?
The time between flashes shall be about five seconds
The time between successive signals shall be not less than ten seconds
The light signal are to be used when not using sound signal
511) What dayshape is prescribed for a vessel constrained by her draft?

A black cone, apex upward
A black cone, apex downward
A cylinder
512) You are on a vessel that cannot comply with the spacing requirement for masthead lights.
What is required in this situation?
The vessel must carry only the lights that comply with the rules; the others may be
omitted.
The vessel`s lights must comply as closely as possible, as determined by her government.
The vessel must be altered to permit full compliance with the rules.
513) A partially submerged object towed by a vessel must show during the day one
_____________.
diamond shape when the length of the tow is 200 meters or less
diamond shape when the length of the tow exceeds 200 meters in length
black ball
514) Yellow lights are NOT shown by _____________.
towing vessels pushing ahead
air cushion vessels in a nondisplacement mode
purse seiners
515) How shall a vessel navigate along a narrow channel or fairway ?
In the centre of the channel or fairway.
As near to the outer limit of the channel or fairway which lies on her starboard side as is
safe and practicable.
The vessel shall keep as near to the outer limit of the channel or fairway as possible, to
provide a proper look-out.
516) How shall a vessel less than 20 m in length or a sailing vessel proceed along a narrow
fairway ?
As all the other vessels.

As close to the centre of the fairway as possible.
The vessel shall not impede the passage of a vessel which can safely navigate only within
a narrow fairway or channel.
517) How shall a vessel engaged in fishing conduct in a narrow channel or fairway ?
The vessel shall not impede the passage of any other vessel navigating within a narrow
channel or fairway.
They shall fishing only in the centre of the narrow channel not to impede the passage in
both directions.
As a privileged vessel which must be avoided.
518) What sound signals may a vessel navigating within a channel use, when in doubt to the
intention of a crossing vessel ?
One long blast and two short blasts on the whistle.
5 short and rapid blasts on the whistle.
One long warning signal.
519) What safety precautions shall a vessel nearing a bend of a narrow channel or fairway take ?
To sound 5 short blasts.
To sound one short blast and navigate on the right side of the channel.
To sound one long blast and navigate with particular alertness and caution.
520) What shall the traffic separation schemes rule apply to ?
To traffic separation schemes adopted by the organisation.
To traffic separation schemes adopted by the Government of the respective state.
To traffic separation schemes adopted by the organisation and the Governments.
521) How shall a vessel join or leave a traffic separation scheme ?
At right angles to the general direction of the traffic flow.
Normally join or leave traffic lane at the termination of the lane, but, when joining or
leaving from either side shall do so at as small angle to the general direction of traffic flow
as possible.
Through the traffic separation zone but with the approuval of the authorities surveying
navigation in the traffic separation scheme.
522) How shall a vessel cross the traffic lanes when is obliged to do so ?
At a small angle to the general direction of traffic flow and at small speed.
At as small an angle to the general direction of traffic flow as practicable at full speed.
As nearly as practicable at right angles to the direction of traffic flow.
523) Shall inshore traffic zones be used for the inshore traffic ?
Normally, they shall not be used for through traffic, except for vessels of less than 20m in
length and sailing vessels.
They shall be used by all vessels owned by the riverside state.
They shall be used by vessels restricted in their ability to manoeuvre.
524) Is anchoring permitted in the traffic separation schemes ?
A vessel shall so far as practicable avoid anchoring in a traffic separation scheme or in
areas near its terminations.
Anchoring is permitted, but the vessels shall make all signals provided in the COLREG
rules.
Anchoring is prohibited in all circumstances.
525) What additional signals shall a pilot vessel give, when engaged on pilotage duty, in
conditions of restricted visibility in order to be identified ?
5 short blasts on the whistle.
4 short blasts on the whistle.
3 short blasts on the whistle or siren.
526) What signals shall a vessel give to attract attention of another ?
5 short blasts on the whistle and 5 rapid strokes on the bell.
Light or sound signals that cannot be mistaken for other signals or to direct the beam of her
searchlight in the direction of the danger.
One prolonged blast and 4 short blasts on the whistle.
527) What does the term 'distress signals' mean ?

The signals given by a vessel in distress.
The signals given by a vessel in distress and in need of assistance.
The signals given by a vessel not under command, in distress.
528) How shall the distress signals be used ?
Distress signals are used separately at short intervals.
Distress signals are used either together or separately at short intervals of about one
minute.
Distress signals are used only together in order to be noticed quickly.
529) At what intervals is the 'gun or other explosive signal' fired ?
At about one minute.
At about 5 minutes.
At about 15 minutes.
530) What is the significance of a continuous sounding with any fog-signalling apparatus ?
A warning signal given by a vessel in fog.
A distress signal.
A signal given by a vessel not under command or restricted in her ability to manoeuvre.
531) What signal do the shells or rockets throwing red stars indicate, when fired at short intervals
?
A warning signal.
A restriction signal given by a war vessel.
A distress signal.
532) Which is the distress signal in radiotelegraphy ?
3 dots, 3 dashes, 3 dots ( S.O.S. ) in the Morse Code.
Repeated dots ( E ) in the Morse Code.
3 dashes ( O ) in the Morse Code.
533) Which is the distress signal in radiotelephony ?

The word DANGER repeated.
The word MAYDAY repeated.
The words ATTENTION-DANGER repeted 3 times.
534) Which is the distress signal in the international code of signals ?
N.C.'
P.'
O.'
535) Which signal may be considered a distress signal ?
A square flag having above or below it a ball or a similar object.
3 black balls in a vertical line.
A red flag ( B ).
536) What signal does 'flames on the vessel from a burning tar or oil barrel' indicate ?
The warning signal of a vessel having the steering gear out of order.
A distress signal.
The signal to attract attention that the vessel cannot avoid another vessel.
537) Which signal may be considered as a distress signal ?
Shells or hand flares showing a red light.
Shells or hand flares showing a green light.
Shells or hand flares showing a brillant white light.
538) What signal does 'the smoke signal giving off orange-coloured smoke' indicate ?
A warning signal for an avoiding manoeuvre.
A distress signal.
A signal to attract attention.
539) Which is the distress signal given by arms ?

Slowly and repeatedly moving the arms, making circles above the head.
Raising both arms vertically, above the head.
Slowly and repeatedly raising and lowering arms outstretched to each side.

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What additional lights does a vessel constrained by its draught have to show?

What additional lights does a vessel constrained by its draught have to show?

If another ship does not appear to be taking sufficient action to avoid a collision, what should you do according to the Collision Regulations?

If another ship does not appear to be taking sufficient action to avoid a collision, what should you do according to the Collision Regulations?

1) What additional lights does a vessel constrained by its draught have to show?

Red and white lights in a vertical line.

Sound 5 short and rapid blasts on the whistle.

From the basket towards the cone.

Reduce speed and monitor the compass bearing of 'B'.

immediately before and after ringing of the bell.

When the sailing vessel is overtaking.

21) When is a vessel ' UNDERWAY '?

Observation of the compass bearing over a period of time

When making way through the water

Only one of the whistles is sounded

28) To which traffic separation schemes does Rule 10 apply?

29) How should a vessel cross a traffic separation lane?

On a HEADING as nearly as practical at right angles to the direction of traffic

30) What is the fog signal of this vessel?

Alter course to STARBOARD and sound ONE short blast.

32) Does this signal indicate that the vessel is......

225 deg. (20 points of the compass)

A power-driven vessel of under 50m

I ( vessel 'A' ) must keep clear of vessel 'B'.

Sound one short blast and alter course to starboard.

A loaded VLCC navigating in a fairway.

Each ship shall alter course to starboard.

Five short and rapid blasts and stand on with caution.

Sound one short blast and alter course to starboard..

Sound one short blast and alter to starboard.

Maintain course and speed.

Sound one short blast and alter course to starboard.

One prolonged blast.

47) Is anchoring permitted in a narrow channel?

It should be avoided if at all possible

48) When proceeding along a narrow channel a vessel should......

keep to the outer limit which lies on her starboard side.

Any other vessels navigating within the narrow channel or fairway.

Sound two short blasts and alter course to port.

Make a substantial reduction of speed.

Sound one short blast and alter course to starboard.

A vessel engaged in fishing.

a power driven vessel following a traffic lane.

61) A vessel using a traffic separation scheme shall so far as practicable....

keep clear of the traffic separation line or separation zone.

63) Vessels as far as possible should avoid anchoring......

65) A vessel not using the traffic separation scheme shall......

avoid it by as wide a margin as possible.

Stand on but continue to monitor.

Make a substantial alteration of course to starboard.

Take a series of compass bearings and radar plot.

Take a series of compass bearings and radar plot.

Stand on - no risk of collision - continue to monitor.

Take a series of compass bearing and radar plot.

Make a substantial alteration of course to port.

Take a series of compass bearings and radar plot.

Take a series of compass bearings and radar plot.

Take a series of compass bearings and radar plot.

Take a series of compass bearings and radar plot.

Take a series of compass bearings and radar plot.