Articles related to "Navigation Rules"

Knowledge of the navigation rules and these tips can reduce the chance of having a collision with another boat.

Government agencies provide a number of publications useful for navigating safety in foreign and United States waters. Many are available online or at nominal cost.

Coast Guard Navigation Rules set the standard of care for boaters and provide clues about what constitutes good seamanship.

Divers in the water depend on boat operators to watch for diver down flags and then pass well clear of the diving site to ensure their safety while in the water.

See and be seen. Install a radar reflector and help avoid boat collisions.

Full-sized nautical charts aren't always welcome in the tight confines of recreational boats. A smaller scale chart product is now available from NOAA.