Question 36 GLI08 - Limited OUPV

The Correct Answer is D **Why option D ("under oars") is correct:** Illustration D080RR shows a single white light. According to the COLREGs (International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea), a vessel under oars may exhibit the lights prescribed for a sailing vessel, but if she does not, she must have ready at hand an electric torch or lighted lantern showing a white light which shall be exhibited in sufficient time to prevent collision (Rule 25(d)). The single white light shown is consistent with the required/alternative lighting for a small vessel under oars (or under 7 meters in length). **Why the other options are incorrect:** * **A) towing:** A power-driven vessel towing would display specific masthead lights (two or three, depending on the tow length) in a vertical line, sidelights, and a stern light. It would also display a towing light (yellow light) above the stern light. The single white light shown is insufficient for a towing vessel. * **B) not under command (NUC):** A vessel not under command exhibits two all-round red lights in a vertical line where they can best be seen, and when making way through the water, also sidelights and a stern light. The single white light shown is not the correct signal for an NUC vessel. * **C) engaged in fishing:** A vessel engaged in fishing displays two all-round lights in a vertical line (the upper one green, the lower one white). When making way, it also displays sidelights and a stern light. The single white light shown is not the correct signal for a fishing vessel.