When vessels are in sight of one another, a power-driven vessel underway, when manoeuvring as authorized or required by these Rules, shall indicate that manoeuvre by the following signals on her whistle
Maneuvering and warning signals |
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Signals | Meaning |
1 short | Altering to star. |
2 short | Altering to port |
3 short | Going astern |
2 long + 1 short | Overtaking you on your star. |
2 long + 2 short | Overtaking you on your port |
1 long+1 short+1 long+1 short | I agree |
At least 5 short | I don’t understand/agree |
1 long | Nearing a bend /obstruction – upon hearing – sound 1 long |
Sound Signals in Restricted Visibility – International
In or near an area of restricted visibility, whether by day or night, the signals prescribed in this Rule shall be used as follows:
Sound Signals in Restricted Visibility |
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Signals | Meaning |
1 long / 2 min. | Power vessel making way |
2 long / 2 min. | Power vessel underway but stopped and making no way |
1 long+2 short / 2 min. | Not Under Command ,Restricted in ability to Manoeuvre , Sailing Vessel , Fishing Vessel , v/l towing or pushing , F/V @ anchor , RAM @ anchor |
1 long +3 short / 2 min. | Towed v/l , if manned |
4 short / 2 min | Pilot v/l |