Question 41 UFV01 - Master - Uninspected Fishing Vessels

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), any vessel, if necessary to attract the attention of another vessel, may make light or sound signals that cannot be mistaken for any signal authorized elsewhere in the Rules, or may direct the beam of its searchlight in the direction of the danger. Therefore, using the vessel's searchlight is explicitly permitted as an attention-attracting signal (other than distress). **Explanation for B (A red star shell):** A rocket or shell throwing red stars is specifically listed in Annex IV of the COLREGs as a **Distress Signal**. Using it for general attention-attracting purposes is prohibited because it signals immediate grave danger and need for assistance. **Explanation for C (A burning barrel):** A flame on the vessel (such as from a burning barrel) is specifically listed in Annex IV of the COLREGs as a **Distress Signal**. **Explanation for D (An orange smoke signal):** A signal consisting of orange smoke is specifically listed in Annex IV of the COLREGs as a **Distress Signal**.