Navigation Rules
How often must an operator keep a proper lookout?
Answer
At all times, by sight and by hearing
Every vessel must maintain a proper lookout by sight and hearing at all times so risk of collision is detected early. Distraction and inattention are frequent causes of boating accidents.
Source: U.S. Coast Guard / Office of the Federal Register — 33 CFR Part 83, Inland Navigation Rules, § 83.05 (Rule 5), Look-out — https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-33/section-83.05
Not the answer
- Only at night
- Only when other boats are visible
- Only in channels
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