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4.1 VISIBILITY FROM THE STEERING STATION
The helmsman's view from the steering station may be obstructed by one or more of the following variable conditions:
1) Load and load distribution;
2) Speed;
3) Sea conditions;
4) Reduced visibility caused by rain, darkness or fog;
5) Reduced visibility caused by changing or hauling up sails;
6) Interior lighting;
7) Position of the covers or curtains;
8) Persons or mobile equipment located in the helmsman's field of view.
The international rules and regulations for avoiding collisions at sea (Col Reg / RIPAM) require a full and constant lookout
as well as observance of the rules of right-of-way. Observance of these rules is essential.
- Manoeuvrability is reduced at excessive
speeds.
- There is a risk of loss of control during tight
turns.
- Reduce speed before making a turn in any
direction.
- When the helm area has multiple steering
device, precautions must be taken when moving
from one steering device to another.
Manoeuvrability
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