VEI fishing other than trawling on the starboard bow with ROC existing. Which action is correct?

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VEI fishing other than trawling on the starboard bow with ROC existing. Which action is correct?

The situation tests giving way to a vessel engaged in fishing. A VEI has restricted maneuverability because of their fishing gear, which can extend well beyond the hull and snag nets or lines. When such a vessel is on your starboard bow, you are the vessel that must take action to avoid, since the VEI has the right of way and you must not impede their operations. Keep out of the way means you should reduce speed and alter course as needed to pass well clear of the VEI and any gear they are using. This minimizes the risk of entanglement and collision, and it aligns with the obligation to avoid interfering with a fishing vessel. The other options imply rules or thresholds that don’t apply here and could lead you into danger or interference with the VEI’s gear. The key point is to give way to a VEI and keep clear, prioritizing safe separation from their fishing activities.

The situation tests giving way to a vessel engaged in fishing. A VEI has restricted maneuverability because of their fishing gear, which can extend well beyond the hull and snag nets or lines. When such a vessel is on your starboard bow, you are the vessel that must take action to avoid, since the VEI has the right of way and you must not impede their operations.

Keep out of the way means you should reduce speed and alter course as needed to pass well clear of the VEI and any gear they are using. This minimizes the risk of entanglement and collision, and it aligns with the obligation to avoid interfering with a fishing vessel.

The other options imply rules or thresholds that don’t apply here and could lead you into danger or interference with the VEI’s gear. The key point is to give way to a VEI and keep clear, prioritizing safe separation from their fishing activities.

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