Steering and Sailing Rules in Restricted Visibility

What vessels do the steering and sailing rules for vessels in restricted visibility apply to?

A) only if they are showing special purpose lights

B) only if they have operational radar

C) navigating in or near an area of restricted visibility

D) in sight of one another in fog

Answer:

The steering and sailing rules for vessels in restricted visibility apply to vessels navigating in or near areas where visibility is compromised, such as fog or snow.

The USCG steering and sailing rules for restricted visibility apply to vessels navigating in or near an area of restricted visibility. This includes any vessels that find themselves in fog, mist, falling snow, heavy rainstorms, sandstorms, or any other similar causes that can lead to reduced visibility.

These rules are in place to ensure safe navigation and avoid collisions when radar may not be effective or available, and visibility is significantly compromised, regardless of whether the vessel has operational radar or is showing special purpose lights.