Crossing vessel in TSS

 

Crossing from stbd side

 

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I will take compass bearing, plot the vessel, determine if risk of collision exist.

 

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If risk of collision exists then,

 

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I am give way vessel as she is on my stbd side (or, fishing vessel).

 

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If there is enough sea room,

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I will sound one short blast

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Supplemented by light at night

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Alter course to starboard

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Pass stern of the vessel

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Maintain a cpa of 2 miles if situation permits.

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Will keep in mind that a close quarter situation does not arise with other vessels in TSS.

 

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If there is not sufficient sea room,

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I will reduce speed.

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Let the vessel pass ahead of me.

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Maintain a cpa of about 2 miles.

 

 

 

Updated: July 04, 2003