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The operator of a stand-on vessel should maintain course and speed, allowing the give-way vessel to take necessary action to avoid a collision. They should be prepared to alter course if the give-way vessel does not take action or if a collision becomes imminent. It is important for the stand-on vessel to stay vigilant and be ready to communicate with the give-way vessel if necessary.
A sailing vessel operator should sound a blast on the horn when approaching a PWC head on. However, it is up to the operator of the motorized craft, in this case the PWC, to take evasive action.
the vessel operator
Keep clear... The power driven vessel should, if possible, maintain course and speed. The only rule for overtaking is that you keep your distance while overtaking
A sailing vessel operator when approaching a pwc head on should slow down and change course.
When approaching a sailing vessel head on, it is up to the motorboat to yield. The motorboat operator should swing wide as early as possible to stay well clear of the sailing vessel.
the vessel operator
The sailboat operator is the stand-on vessel so they should keep their course and speed while the PWC is the give-away vessel so it should change course and speed.
Maintain course and speed.
Stay far enough away that the large vessel's helmsman can see you.
An Operator's first priority if they are involved in an accident with another vessel, is to report the accident. You should do this as soon as possible. This will aid you in getting help to you and the other parties.
You are the stand-on vessel but should take precautions in case the other operator doesn't see you.