Axis A20 User Manual

Axis
Owners
Manual
2019
Page 28
boating
regulations
basic
rules of the road
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) is the governing authority of the United States
waterways and serves to help the boating public. State boating regulations are en-
forced by local authorities. Owners and users outside of the United States must be
cognizant of that country’s laws and regulations. You are subject to marine traic
laws and Rules of the Road for both federal and state waterways; you must stop if
signaled to do so by enforcement oicers, and permit them to board if asked.
Review and understand all local, state, federal, and country boating laws.
There are many USCG pamphlets available to you. These pamphlets go
beyond the contents of this manual and explain Rules of the Road, signal lights,
buoys, safety, international and inland regulations. An example is the Ultimate
Watersports Handbook you should have received with your new boat, or which
can be ordered by contacting WSIA, go to: www.WSIA.net. For more information,
contact your local USCG Unit or visit http://www.uscgboating.org .
You should be aware of these rules and follow them whenever you encounter another vessel
on the water. The rules presented in this manual outline only the most basic of the nautical
Rules of the Road and have been provided as a convenience only. Consult your local U.S. Coast
Guard Auxiliary (USCGA), Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or local maritime authority for a
complete set of rules governing the waters in which you will be using your boat. If you plan to
travel—even for a short trip—you would be well served to contact the regional USCGA or DMV in
the area where you will be boating.
The nautical Rules of the Road must be followed to prevent collisions between vessels. Like
traic laws for automobiles, the operator is legally required to follow the rules.
Collisions between boats can cause death or serious injury. Keep a
proper lookout, safe speed, and follow the nautical Rules of the Road.
Any time two vessels on the water meet one another, one vessel has the right-
of-way. It is called the “stand-on” or “privileged vessel.” The vessel which does
NOT have the right-of-way is called the “give-way” or “burdened vessel.” These
rules determine which vessel has the right-of-way, and accordingly, what each
vessel should do.
Privileged Vessel
The privileged vessel has the right-of-way and has the duty to continue its
course and speed, except to avoid an immediate collision. When you maintain your
direction and speed, the other vessel will be able to determine how best to avoid
you.
In general, boats with less maneuverability have right of way over more
agile crafts. You must stay clear of the vessel with right of way and pass
to his stern.
encountering
another
vessel

Axis A20 Specifications

General

Brand	Axis
Model	A20
Category	Boat
Language	English