Question 41 GLI01 - Master-Unlimited Tonnage
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which of the signals, other than a distress signal, can be used by a vessel to attract attention?
The Correct Answer is A. **Explanation for A (The vessel's searchlight):** According to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs), Rule 36 (Signals to Attract Attention), a vessel is permitted to use its searchlight to attract the attention of another vessel. This is done by directing the beam in the direction of the danger or flashing the beam intermittently. This signal is explicitly provided for as a means to attract attention, provided that it does not embarrass any vessel. **Explanation for B (A red star shell):** A red star shell is a recognized signal of **distress** (COLREGs Annex IV, paragraph 1). Using it when not in distress would be an improper use of a distress signal. **Explanation for C (A burning barrel):** A burning barrel (or any signal consisting of flames on the vessel) is a recognized signal of **distress** (COLREGs Annex IV, paragraph 1). **Explanation for D (An orange smoke signal):** An orange smoke signal is a recognized signal of **distress** (COLREGs Annex IV, paragraph 1).
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