Captain’s License Part 3
First, you and I have to learn what is nautically called RULES OF THE ROAD.
As you know we have LAND BASED RULES OF THE ROAD.
So let’s get started!
These are what are officially called THE INTERNATIONAL RULES OF THE ROAD and apply to the HIGH SEAS and connecting waters navigable by SEAGOING vessels.
The ONLY time you can depart from these RULES is when you have to avoid IMMEDIATE DANGER!
COMMON SENSE!
In fact, these RULES are based on COMMON SENSE, which unfortunately the majority of people today don’t have!
That is one of the reasons the US Coast Guard is highly suggesting you take their Captain’s License exam! Also YOU as the Captain of your vessel are totally RESPONSIBLE and LIABLE for ALL the actions of you and your guests aboard!
More in the next post!