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When a boat is leaving the dock, the standard signal is to sound one long blast on the horn. This signal alerts other boats and nearby individuals of the vessel's intention to depart. Additionally, it's important to visually ensure that the path is clear and communicate with crew members to avoid accidents. Following these practices helps maintain safety on the water.
3 short blasts
When a boat is leaving the dock, it should sound one short blast of the horn or whistle to alert others of its departure. This signal indicates that the vessel is moving away from the dock and can help prevent collisions with nearby boats or obstacles. It's important for maintaining safety and awareness in busy waterways.
I intend to pass you on my port (left) side.It means I intend to LEAVE you on my port side. That means you will be overtaking the vessel you are approaching (which is the stand on vessel and has the right away) and leaving it on YOUR port side. Simply put you are over taking the vessel and maneuvering to your right. If you are passing from behind and the other vessel is in agreement they will sound the same sound, one short blast. To pass on the opposite side leaving them on your starboard side then you will sound two short blasts. If in agreement you will hear two short blasts in return.
In restricted visibility, a power-driven vessel underway is required to sound one prolonged blast every two minutes. This signal alerts other vessels to its presence and intentions. Additionally, if the vessel is making way through the water, it may also sound two short blasts after the prolonged blast.
one prolonged blast
A vessel that is backing up typically uses a series of short blasts on its horn to alert other boats of its intention to maneuver in reverse. This sound signal consists of three short blasts, which indicate that the vessel is preparing to move backward. This is part of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs) to ensure safety on the water.
sonar is used, to steer a vessel because sound waves are emitted around the vessel. Then the sound waves are traveled back to the vessel. If the sound waves are block by an object, it will tell the vessel.
3 short blasts