Navigation Rules

Coast Guard, United States

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2020. This is the complete edition of the official U.S.C.G. NAVIGATION RULES and REGULATIONS HANDBOOK – International &amp; Inland. Point the code reader on your phone at the QR code in the book and the color photos and videos will open like magic. Save to the home screen and you will have them on your phone for ready reference forever.International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS);Inland Navigation Rules (33 CFR 83). The demarcation lines between inland &amp; international.U.S.Aids to Navigation System.There are accident reports, vessel safety checks, links to follow real time shipping at sea, links to the USCG and The complete Code of Federal Regulations.This 2019 edition includes internet addresses to find updates and all other helpful sites and information. Fully illustrated showing the lights and the daysignals required in all circumstances. This 2020 edition also contains four new sections not previously included; 1. FAQ. Frequently asked questions. 2. AIS. Automatic identification system. 3. AWW. America’s waterways watch. 4. VHF channels and frequencies in U.S. CONTENTS PART A-GENERAL Rule 1-Application Rule 2-Responsibility Rule 3-General Definitions PART B-STEERING AND SAILING RULES Section/Subpart I-Conduct of Vessels In Any Condition of Visibility Rule 4-Application Rule 5-Look-out Rule 6-Safe Speed Rule 7-Risk of Collision Rule 8-Action to Avoid Collision Rule 9-Narrow Channels Rule 10-Traffic Separation Schemes/Vessel Traffic Services SECTION/SUBPART II-CONDUCT OF VESSELS IN SIGHT OF ONE ANOTHER Rule 11-Application Rule 12-Sailing Vessels Rule 13-Overtaking Rule 14-Head-on Situation Rule 15-Crossing Situation Rule 16-Action by Give-way Vessel Rule 17-Action by Stand-on Vessel Rule 18-Responsibilities Between Vessels Section/Subpart III-Conduct of Vessels In Restricted Visibility Rule 19-Conduct of Vessels in Restricted Visibility PART C-LIGHTS AND SHAPES Rule 20-Application Rule 21-Definitions Rule 22-Visibility of Lights Rule 23-Power-driven Vessels Underway Rule 24-Towing and Pushing Rule 25-Sailing Vessels Underway and Vessels Under Oars Rule 26-Fishing Vessels Rule 27-Vessels Not Under Command or Restricted in Their Ability to Manoeuvre Rule 28-Vessels Constrained by Their Draft Rule 29-Pilot Vessels Rule 30-Anchored Vessels and Vessels Aground Rule 31-Seaplanes PART D-SOUND AND LIGHT SIGNALS Rule 32-Definitions Rule 33-Equipment for Sound Signals Rule 34-Manoeuvring and Warning Signals Rule 35-Sound Signals in Restricted Visibility Rule 36-Signals to Attract Attention Rule 37-Distress Signals FAQ. Frequently asked questions e.g. what about kayaks? AIS. Automatic identification system. AWW. America’s waterways watch. VHF channels and frequencies in U.S.

Navigation Rules and Regulations Handbook (Boating Directions)

Sports & Outdoors

Water Sports

This handbook (which supersedes Commandant Instruction 16772.2D, Navigation Rules: International-Inland*) is a compendium, produced by the U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Standards Branch, U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, Washington, DC, of the: International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS); Inland Navigation Rules (33 CFR 83); their respective technical annexes (33 CFR 84-90); COLREGS Demarcation Lines (33 CFR 80); Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone Regulations, (33 CFR 26); Vessel Traffic Management Regulations (33 CFR 161); and, various other pertinent provisions of the U.S. Code and Code of Federal Regulations regarding compliance and penalties associated with the Navigation Rules.

Navigation Rules & Regulations Handbook 2014: Black & White

Engineering & Transportation

Transportation

1. PURPOSE. This Handbook presents the approved methods and procedures for the conduct of Coast Guard boat operations. Major topics within this handbook are boat crew duties and responsibilities, towing, person in the water recovery, rescue assistance and fire fighting, and air operations. 2. DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. The Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5C, is canceled. 3. DISCUSSION. This Handbook provides guidance on how to engage in safe and effective boat operations. 4. MAJOR CHANGES. First issue.

Boat Crew Handbook – Boat Operations (BCH16114.1 - December 2017)

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1. PURPOSE. This Handbook provides guidance on how to survive in maritime environments and situations. Major topics within this handbook are survivability factors, survival equipment and pyrotechnics, and egress and life rafts. 2. DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. The Boat Crew Seamanship Handbook, COMDTINST M16114.5C, is canceled. 3. DISCUSSION. This Handbook provides guidance on how to survive in maritime environments and situations. 4. MAJOR CHANGES. First issue. 5. DISCLAIMER. This guidance is not a substitute for applicable legal requirements, nor is it itself a rule. It is intended to provide operational guidance for Coast Guard personnel and is not intended to nor does it impose legally-binding requirements on any party outside the Coast Guard. 6. IMPACT ASSESSMENT. No impact assessment warranted.

Boat Crew Handbook – Rescue and Survival Procedures (BCH16114.2 - December 2017)

Survival & Emergency Preparedness

1. PURPOSE. This Handbook provides the safest, most efficient methods, techniques, and informational guidance possible to navigate boats in maritime environments and situations. Major topics within this handbook are aids to navigation (ATON) and navigation. 2. DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. The Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5C, is canceled. 3. DISCUSSION. The subjects and principles discussed herein include U.S. Aids to Navigation system and maritime navigation principles and application. 4. MAJOR CHANGES. First issue. 5. DISCLAIMER. This guidance is not a substitute for applicable legal requirements, nor is it itself a rule. It is intended to provide operational guidance for Coast Guard personnel and is not intended to nor does it impose legally-binding requirements on any party outside the Coast Guard. 6. IMPACT ASSESSMENT. No impact assessment warranted.

Boat Crew Handbook – Navigation and Piloting (BCH 16114.3 - December 2017)

1. PURPOSE. This Handbook explains good seamanship fundamentals and how they apply to boat operations. Major topics within this handbook are Seamanship Fundamentals, Boat Characteristics, Stability, Weather and Oceanography, and Boat Handling. 2. DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. The Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5C, is canceled. 3. DISCUSSION. The subjects and principles discussed herein include marlinespike seamanship, boat characteristics, stability, weather and oceanography, and boat handling. 4. MAJOR CHANGES. First issue. 5. DISCLAIMER. This guidance is not a substitute for applicable legal requirements, nor is it itself a rule. It is intended to provide operational guidance for Coast Guard personnel and is not intended to nor does it impose legally-binding requirements on any party outside the Coast Guard. 6. IMPACT ASSESSMENT. No impact assessment warranted.

Boat Crew Handbook – Seamanship Fundamentals (BCH 16114.4 - December 2017)

1. PURPOSE. This Handbook describes accepted first aid practices that, along with practical training in their performance, will aid boat crews in delivering effective medical care that preserves life, prevents a victim's condition from worsening, and promotes their speedy recovery. The major topic within this handbook is basic First Aid. 2. DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. The Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5C, is canceled. 3. DISCUSSION. This Handbook provides guidance on the application of first aid in maritime environments and situations. 4. MAJOR CHANGES. First issue. 5. DISCLAIMER. This guidance is not a substitute for applicable legal requirements, nor is it itself a rule. It is intended to provide operational guidance for Coast Guard personnel and is not intended to nor does it impose legally-binding requirements on any party outside the Coast Guard. 6. IMPACT ASSESSMENT. No impact assessment warranted.

Boat Crew Handbook – First Aid (BCH 16114.5 - December 2017)

1. PURPOSE. To provide communications personnel with Coast Guard tactics, techniques, and procedures (CGTTP) for using the radiotelephone. 2. ACTION. The provisions of this CGTTP apply to all Coast Guard personnel conducting voice telecommunications by radiotelephone. Internet release is authorized. 3. DIRECTIVES/TTP AFFECTED. This publication supersedes the Radiotelephone Handbook, CGTTP 6-01.1. 4. DISCUSSION. The Radiotelephone Handbook is a user's guide addressing proper radiotelephone procedures. It consolidates portions of International Telecommunication Union (ITU) radio regulations and various allied communications publications (ACPs) into a single source reference for field use.

Radiotelephone Handbook - CGTTP 6-01.1A (January 2013)

1. PURPOSE. This Manual applies to all members of Coast Guard Forces who are involved with Coast Guard Auxiliary Operations, including Auxiliarists, military and civilian personnel. 2. ACTION. Area and district commanders, commanders of maintenance and logistics commands, commanding officers of headquarters units, assistant commandants for directorates, Judge Advocate General, and special staff offices at Headquarters shall ensure all Auxiliarists, all Directors of Auxiliary, and any military or civilian Coast Guard members who are involved with Auxiliary operations become thoroughly familiar with this Manual. Internet release authorized. 3. DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. The previous edition of the Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual, COMDTINST M16798.3D, is hereby canceled and should be recycled.

Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual (COMDTINST M16798.3E)

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