Polaris 2003 MSX Navigational Rules, Right-of-way and Give-way, Stand-on Vessel, Give-way Vessel

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Navigational Rules

This watercraft must be operated in accordance with all navigational rules and regulations governing it and the waterway on which it’s operated. These rules are used and enforced internationally, as well as by the U.S. Coast Guard and local law enforcement. Any operator of this watercraft should be aware of these rules and should obey them when encountering other vessels.

The following rules are condensed and are provided only for your convenience. Consult a U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or Department of Motor Vehicles for a complete set of rules governing the waters where you’ll be riding. You may also obtain this information when registering your watercraft.

OPERATION

Right-of-way and Give-way

In nautical terms the stand-on (privileged) vessel has the right-of-way and the give-way (burdened) vessel must yield or give way.

Stand-on Vessel

The vessel with the right-of-way has the duty to continue its course and speed, except to avoid an immediate collision. By maintaining course and speed, other vessels should be able to determine how best to avoid interfering with its course.

Give-way Vessel

The give-way vessel is responsible for taking positive action to stay clear of the stand-on vessel. Give-way vessels should not cross in front of stand-on vessels. The give-way vessel should slow down or change direction briefly and cross behind the stand-on vessel. The give-way vessel’s actions should be clear and understandable by the stand-on vessel.

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