The characteristics of navigation lights on a power driven vessel includes sidelights, sternlight, masthead light, and all-round white lights. Navigation lights must be displayed from sunset until sunrise as well as anytime visibility is restricted.
lights must be on during periods of restricted visibility
When away from the dock after sunset.
When away from the dock after sunset.
When away from the dock after sunset.
Lights must be on during periods of restricted visibility. ref: EQ-2
When a power-driven vessel is being overtaken by another power-driven vessel, the overtaken vessel is the stand-on vessel. This means the overtaken vessel should maintain its course and speed, while the overtaking vessel is required to take action to avoid a collision. It is the responsibility of the overtaking vessel to ensure safe passage and to maneuver appropriately.
the power driven vessel needs to give-way for sailing ships.
A power driven vessel is often understood to be a mechanically driven boat. Human power as in rowing or wind driven power is not usually considered power driven.
A power driven vessel is often understood to be a mechanically driven boat. Human power as in rowing or wind driven power is not usually considered power driven.
when the power-driven vessel is towing another boat and has difficulty maneuvering
When a power-driven vessel is being overtaken by a sailboat, the power-driven vessel is considered the "stand-on" vessel, meaning it must maintain its course and speed. The sailboat, as the "give-way" vessel, is required to take action to avoid a collision. The sailboat should ensure it passes safely and can alter its course if necessary to avoid the power-driven vessel. It's crucial for both vessels to be aware of their responsibilities to ensure safe navigation.
The power-driven vessel should change course and speed.