COLREG Lights, Shapes and Sound Signals

The learning objective of this section is to get acquainted with the different lights, shapes and sound signals that may be used by different types of vessels Lights and shapes Visibility of lights Lights displayed by power-driven vessels underway Lights for vessels towing and pushing Lights for sailing and rowing vessels Lights for fishing vessels Lights for vessels not under command or restricted in their ability to manoeuvre Lights for vessels constrained by their draught Lights for pilot vessels Lights for vessels anchored and aground Lights for seaplanes Definitions of whistle Equipment Manoeuvring and warning signals, using whistle or lights Sound signals to be used in restricted visibility Signals to be used to attract attention Distress signals Annexes ANNEX I – Positioning and technical details of lights and shapes ANNEX II – Additional signals for fishing vessels fishing in close proximity ANNEX III – Technical details of