NVIC 12-14 Task 2.1.E

Maintain a safe navigational watch

OICNW-A2.1 Watchkeeping

Thorough knowledge of the content, application and intent of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972

On a vessel underway at sea, or on a simulator, in good visibility when risk of collision exists with a crossing vessel from the candidate’s starboard side at a relative bearing between 30° and 112.5°,

the candidate correctly applies the Rules of the Road and maneuvers the vessel to avoid collision, if required.

The candidate:

1. Determines the aspect of the approaching vessel;

2. Identifies the situation as a crossing situation;

3. Takes positive action in ample time in accordance with the Steering and Sailing Rules to achieve a CPA of at least 3.0 nm; and

4. Makes speed or course changes that are large enough to be readily apparent to another vessel observing visually or by radar.