Question 4 GLI02 - Mate of Unlimited Tonnage

The Correct Answer is B A **Vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver (RAM)** is defined in the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs), Rule 3(g), as a vessel which, from the nature of her work, is unable to keep out of the way of another vessel. Furthermore, Rule 18 (Responsibilities between Vessels) places the RAM vessel highest among the "operational" vessels that are privileged (required to hold course and speed) in most crossing or meeting situations, signifying that other vessels must keep out of her way. Here is why the other options are incorrect: * **A) Vessel towing:** While a vessel towing may have limited maneuverability, she is not defined by COLREGs as being "unable" to keep out of the way of another vessel. In many circumstances, a vessel towing (Rule 24) is still required to take early action to avoid collision (Rule 8). She holds a lower privileged status than a RAM vessel (Rule 18). * **C) Vessel engaged in fishing:** A vessel engaged in fishing (Rule 3(d)) is generally required to keep out of the way of vessels not under command, vessels restricted in their ability to maneuver, and deep draft vessels (Rule 18). While she is privileged over a power-driven vessel or a sailing vessel, she is not defined as being "unable" to keep out of the way of another vessel. * **D) Sailing vessel:** A sailing vessel (Rule 3(c)) is required to keep out of the way of vessels not under command, vessels restricted in their ability to maneuver, and vessels engaged in fishing (Rule 18). She is defined as being able to maneuver and is required to keep out of the way of these higher-status vessels.