When two power-driven pleasure craft are about to cross paths, the vessel on the starboard (right) side has the right of way. The pleasure craft on the port (left) side should take action to avoid a collision by altering its course or speed. The starboard craft should maintain its course and speed to ensure safe passage. It’s essential for both vessels to communicate and navigate safely to prevent accidents.
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On a pleasure craft, the starboard side (right side when facing forward) has a green light at night. This is part of the navigation lights used to indicate the direction the vessel is facing and to help prevent collisions. The port side, or left side, features a red light.
Be very careful and aim to get your craft back to shore as quickly and safely as possible.
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The Hull Serial Number (HSN), also known as the Hull Identification Number (HIN), must be located on the exterior of the pleasure craft, typically on the transom (the rear part of the boat) or on the starboard side, within the upper quarter of the hull. It should be permanently affixed and easily readable, often stamped or molded into the hull material. The HIN is usually a 12-character alphanumeric code that identifies the boat's manufacturer, model, and production year.
In Canada, when operating a pleasure craft with a 10 horsepower engine, you must carry a valid Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) on board. This card demonstrates that the operator has completed a recognized boating safety course. Additionally, you should also have any other required safety equipment, such as life jackets and signaling devices, as mandated by Transport Canada regulations.
The exhaust on a pleasure craft is underwater. The water muffles the engine noise.
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You should take early and substantial action to steer well clear of the other craft.
That's the stern. The keel is under water, and the starboard side is the right-hand side when you are facing forward on the water craft.
You should take early and substantial action to steer well clear of the other craft.