Weekly Reflection Paper - Gapoy, Frednixen B. - October 16

Name: Gapoy, Frednixen B.
Date: October 16, 2021

Year and Section: BSMT 2- Alpha Subject: NAV 3
Reflective Learning Report

Instruction: Write a minimum of 300-word Reflective Learning Report. You may
refer to the guide questions below. Write legibly and submit your work at the end of
week 3.
Guide questions:
Significance of Rule 9 – Narrow Channel. Share your thoughts, what help does Rule
9 has in preventing collision?
Who will adhere to Rule 9? What vessels are obliged by the rules to avoid impeding
the safe passage of vessels that can only navigate with in the narrow channel?
Is Rule 9 enough to avoid collision? Explain what your learnings are, as well as your
suggestions for the improvement of Rule 9 if any.
The definition of "narrow" varies according to the type and nature of vessel
(length, breadth, etc.) and the circumstances. A "channel" is a natural or dredged
lane with shallow water on both sides and buoys to mark it. These specific bodies of
waters pose significant dangers to any vessel's safety and safe navigation, just as
they do in any waters and condition. When traveling through narrow channels,
extreme caution is advised because there is limited sea room and potential threats.
This is where Rule 9 of the COLREGS comes handy. Rule 9 is very significant
because it provides instructions that must be followed when a vessel to transit or
navigate through narrow channel properly. By abiding to what’s written and stated
in this rule, collision and accidents in narrow channels could be prevented.
All vessels that satisfies the criteria must adhere to rule 9. Specifically, vessels
that would cross or transit a narrow channel must follow rule 9 because rule 9
contains all of the precautions and instructions when crossing or naigating through
narrow channels. Seafarers are not the only ones who must learn and abide to rule 9 of
COLREG. Even if if you are a fisherman or a recreational boater, you must be
knowledgeable about COLREG so that you would be able to prevent yourself from
causing collision and marine accidents when crossing or passing a narrow channel.
It was mentioned in rule 9 that a vessel traveling through a narrow channel or

fairway must stay as close to the channel's or fairway's outer limit on her starboard
side as is safe and practicable. There’s an instruction saying that the vessel intending
to overtake shall indicate her intention by sounding the appropriate signal
prescribed in Rule 34(c) in a narrow channel or fairway where overtaking is only
possible if the vessel to be overtaken must take action to allow safe passage (i). If
both vessels agree, the overtaking vessel will sound the appropriate signal as
specified in Rule 3.
The Rule 9 of COLREGS also states the limitations and regulations that must
be observed to prevent collision in narrow channels. For instance,
a vessel under 20 meters in length or a sailing vessel/fishing vessel, shall not
obstruct the passage of a vessel that can only safely navigate within a narrow
channel or fairway.
Also, a vessel shall not cross a narrow channel or fairway if doing so would
obstruct the passage of a vessel that can only safely navigate within that channel or
fairway. If the latter vessel is unsure of the crossing vessel's intent, it may use the
sound signal specified in Rule 34(d).
Rule 9 also mentioned that you should not anchor in a narrow channel unless
it is absolutely necessary. When operating in a narrow channel, you must use the
appropriate sound signals and exercise caution: Taking the lead/being overtaken or
when approaching a bend in the channel with your view being obstructed.
Even in Philippines, rule 9 of COLREG must be followed in all areas

navigable by sea-going vessels. This is because each country that is a member of the
convention are mandated to enact COLREG regulations and legislation on
international waters while following specific inland waterway.
Even though rule 9 is very crucial and useful, it cannot prevent collision by
itself. We must always bear in mind that rule 9 is only limited to narrow channels.
We also need rules designated for open seas, coastal areas, etc. Also, to prevent
collisions, a well-written rule is not enough-- there must be an effective application
and implementation of it too. Seafarers, coast guards, and government units must all
work together as one to ensure that rule 9 is indeed being followed.
I am pretty much contented on what’s being stated in rule 9. Through the

utilization_of_it,the number of collisions is actually dropping with time, indicating
improvement. However, the number of collisions remains unacceptably high, and the
majority of collisions are still the consequence of human error, specifically a failure to
effectively apply – or comply with the Rules.
In my own opinion, the problem is not the rule 9 of COLREG itself, but rather
the lack of proper understanding and interpretation of the rule. There are
seafarers who_don't seem to comprehend the meaning of these expressions, and I beli
eve they're interpreting them incorrectly. There are also some sea-going vessels that
obstruct the passage of a vessel that can only safely navigate within a narrow
channel or fairway because they are not that familiarized with rule 9.
In conclusion, Rule 9 of COLREG is of great importance as it provide the

instructions and guidelines when crossing or navigating through narrow channels.
Every vessels that would cross narrow channels must adhere to this rule so that
collision would be prevented.

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Name: Gapoy, Frednixen B.

Date: October 16, 2021

Reflective Learning Report

It was mentioned in rule 9 that a vessel traveling through a narrow channel or

Even in Philippines, rule 9 of COLREG must be followed in all areas

I am pretty much contented on what’s being stated in rule 9. Through the

In conclusion, Rule 9 of COLREG is of great importance as it provide the

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