Action in fog

 

A target on port side:

If risk of collision exists:

bullet Alter course to starboard.
bullet Maintain a CPA of about 2 miles from the target.
bullet Resume course after the target is well clear.

 

 

A target on stbd side:

If risk of collision exists:

bullet If the target fwd of the beam, alter course to starboard.
bullet If the target abeam or abaft the beam, alter course to port.
bullet If it is being overtaken, alter course to port.
bullet Maintain a CPA of about 2 miles from the target.
bullet Resume course after target is well clear.

 

 

 

If hear fog signal forward of the vessel:

If it is not determined that risk of collision does not exist then,

bullet Reduce speed to the minimum.
bullet Take all way off if necessary.
bullet Navigate with extreme caution.
bullet Confirm the source of fog signal.
bullet Resume course when the target is passed well clear.

 

 

Updated: July 03, 2003