Thanks to Bob Mellor, National Training Commodore at Australian Volunteer Coast Guard Association

2. ODE to the ‘RULE OF THE ROAD” Thomas Grey

8. In Summary, Masters Of Small Vessels Should Bear In Mind The Following Points.

11. Large vessels are simply unable to avoid small craft in every single circumstance, even if theoretically, the small craft can claim right of way.

12. In confined waters, small craft are required to keep clear of ships underway in channels and fairways.

13. At sea, the risk of collision with an approaching vessel should be assessed by using a hand bearing compass to keep track of bearing changes during the closing phase.

14. If risk of collision exists, small craft should either move well clear long before a close quarters situation arises or comply with COLREG signals and lights and make their intentions clear to the approaching vessel.

15. Efficient navigation lights and radar reflectors are of critical importance to small craft operating on or near shipping routes

18. LET COMMON SENSE PREVAIL

22. ANY QUESTIONS

23. THE END