In a collision risk scenario where ROC exists, which statement best describes your obligation?

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In a collision risk scenario where ROC exists, which statement best describes your obligation?

When there’s a risk of collision, your obligation is to take early and substantial action to avoid it. That means promptly altering your course and/or speed in a way that reduces the chance of a collision, and doing so with enough lead time to be clear of danger. You should not rely on the other vessel to move for you, especially if the risk is clear; decisive maneuvering should be made in ample time to establish a safe passing. Actions like stopping or waiting for the other vessel to move aren’t the standard approach in a collision risk situation, and ignoring risk, even within a Traffic Separation Scheme, is not permissible under the rules.

When there’s a risk of collision, your obligation is to take early and substantial action to avoid it. That means promptly altering your course and/or speed in a way that reduces the chance of a collision, and doing so with enough lead time to be clear of danger. You should not rely on the other vessel to move for you, especially if the risk is clear; decisive maneuvering should be made in ample time to establish a safe passing. Actions like stopping or waiting for the other vessel to move aren’t the standard approach in a collision risk situation, and ignoring risk, even within a Traffic Separation Scheme, is not permissible under the rules.

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