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RV — Target on Port Bow (Rule 19(d)(i))

Fog. A target is detected 030 on the port bow (forward of the beam), closing with significant risk of collision.

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Scenario briefing

Fog. A target is detected 030° on the port bow (forward of the beam), closing with significant risk of collision. Rule 19(d)(i): avoid an alteration of course to PORT for a vessel forward of the beam. Manoeuvre to open CPA to 1 NM.

Applicable COLREG rule(s)

Rule 19(d)(i) — referenced in this scenario. Practising this scenario reinforces correct application under realistic time pressure.
Rule 8 — referenced in this scenario. Practising this scenario reinforces correct application under realistic time pressure.

Why it matters

COLREG knowledge is the foundation of safe ship handling. Most maritime collisions happen because watchkeepers either misidentified the situation, applied the wrong rule, or acted too late. This scenario lets you train pattern recognition + correct response under time pressure — the exact skill the rules are designed to support. RYA, Yachtmaster, STCW and most national exams expect you to apply COLREGs reflexively, not just recite them.

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