Action by Give-way Vessel

Every vessel directed to keep out of the way shall take early and substantial action to keep well clear.

Rule 16 specifies what the give-way vessel must do. Every vessel which is directed to keep out of the way of another vessel shall, so far as possible, take early and substantial action to keep well clear.

The action must be: - Early — not last-minute - Substantial — clearly visible to the other vessel - Effective — resulting in a safe passing distance

Puntos Clave

Give-way vessel must act early, not wait until the last moment

Action must be substantial and readily apparent

The goal is to keep well clear, not just barely avoid collision

Errores Frecuentes

Taking action too late when the vessels are already close

Making small course changes that are not apparent to the other vessel

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